Asali - Akrani, Nandurbar
Asali is a village situated in the Akrani tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 104 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhadgaon and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Asali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asali is 525274. The village covers a total geographical area of 808 hectares and falls under the 425414 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Asali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asali
As per Census 2011, Asali village has a total population of 2,533 people, consisting of 1,258 males and 1,275 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 488 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,002 literate and 1,531 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,522 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,533 | 1,258 | 1,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 261 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,522 | 1,253 | 1,269 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 540 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,531 | 718 | 813 |
Nearby Villages of Asali
Asali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Astamba(re) | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Panbari | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Kalibel | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Ramsala | East | 3.82 km |
| Talai | North | 3.92 km |
| Padamund | North | 4.05 km |
| Nendwan Budruk | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Valiamba | East | 4.21 km |
| Padali | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Kakarpati | North-East | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asali
Asali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandurbar, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Asali is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Asali is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Asali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asali
Where is Asali located?
Asali village is located in Akrani Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asali?
Asali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asali?
The pincode of Asali is 425414.
What is the population of Asali?
Asali has a total population of 2,533, including 1,258 males and 1,275 females.
How many households are there in Asali?
There are 416 households in Asali.
What is the literacy rate in Asali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asali is 39.56%. Male literacy is 42.93% and female literacy is 36.24%.