Asus - Shahade, Nandurbar
Asus is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Tembhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asus village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asus is 525512. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.04 hectares and falls under the 425424 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Asus village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asus
According to the 2011 Census, Asus village had a total population of 778 people, including 387 males and 391 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.53%, with male literacy at 50.17% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 764.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 778 | 387 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 88 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 764 | 381 | 383 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 150 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 237 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Asus
Asus 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Holgujari | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Tembhali | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Navalpur | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Sonval.ta.ha | East | 2.18 km |
| Hol | West | 2.79 km |
| Junavane | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Lonkheda | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Sawakheda | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Godipur | North | 3.51 km |
| Bramhanpuri | North-East | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asus
Asus is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahade to Asus is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Asus is about 52 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 Asus
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asus village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Asus
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asus village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Asus
Where is Asus located?
Asus village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asus?
The Gram Panchayat of Asus is Tembhali.
What is the pincode of Asus?
The pincode of Asus is 425424.
What is the population of Asus?
Asus had a total population of 778, including 387 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Asus?
Asus had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asus?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asus was 41.53%. Male literacy was 50.17% and female literacy was 33.33%.