Asalaj

Asalaj is a village located in Bavda tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gagan Bavda (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Asalaj village is also a gram panchayat.

Asalaj has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Asalaj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Asalaj is 567527. The village spans a total geographical area of 1366 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Asalaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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Population of Asalaj

Below is a concise population overview of Asalaj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,619 851 768
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 203 105 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) 272 129 143
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 16 10 6
Literate Population 1,026 615 411
Illiterate Population 593 236 357

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Asalaj village:

  • The total population of Asalaj village is around 1,619, including approximately 851 males and 768 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Asalaj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Asalaj village has 272 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 16 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Asalaj village is about 63.37%, with male literacy at 72.27% and female literacy at 53.52%.
  • There are around 320 households in Asalaj village.

Connectivity of Asalaj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Asalaj. As per the 2011 stats, Asalaj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Asalaj

Knowing the nearby villages of Asalaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Asalaj.

Wetavde Mandur Patilwadi Mandukali Padawalwadi Khokurle Andur Dhundavade Chaudharwadi Kherivade Sheloshi

Frequently Asked Questions about Asalaj

Where is Asalaj located?
Asalaj village is situated in Bavda Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asalaj?
Asalaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Asalaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Asalaj is 1,619, with 851 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Asalaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Asalaj village has a total of 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asalaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asalaj is 63.37%. The male literacy rate is 72.27%, while the female literacy rate is 53.52%.