Ashapur - Sinnar, Nashik
Ashapur is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Ashapur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashapur is 551234. The village covers a total geographical area of 279 hectares and falls under the 422103 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ashapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ashapur village had a total population of 1,371 people, including 694 males and 677 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.35%, with male literacy at 91.82% and female literacy at 68.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 1,371 | 694 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 95 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 550 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 144 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Ashapur
Ashapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padali | South | 1.81 km |
| Thangaon | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Hivare | East | 3.38 km |
| Ghodsarwadi | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Adwadi | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Pimpale | East | 4.79 km |
| Tahakari | South | 4.88 km |
| Mhalungi | West | 5.02 km |
| Krishnanagar | North-East | 5.18 km |
| Keli Rumhanwadi | South-West | 5.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashapur
Ashapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lahavit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 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 Sinnar to Ashapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Ashapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ashapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ashapur
Where is Ashapur located?
Ashapur village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ashapur?
Ashapur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashapur?
The pincode of Ashapur is 422103.
What is the population of Ashapur?
Ashapur had a total population of 1,371, including 694 males and 677 females.
How many households are there in Ashapur?
Ashapur had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashapur was 80.35%. Male literacy was 91.82% and female literacy was 68.84%.