Asnas - Wada, Palghar
Asnas is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from Vada and around 63 km from Thane. Palsai serves as the Village Panchayat for Asnas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asnas is 552053. The village covers a total geographical area of 911.59 hectares and falls under the 421312 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Asnas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asnas
According to the 2011 Census, Asnas village had a total population of 596 people, including 305 males and 291 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.04%, with male literacy at 77.53% and female literacy at 61.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 382.
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 | 596 | 305 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 382 | 195 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 207 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 98 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Asnas
Asnas is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Asnas
Asnas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bhiwandi to Asnas is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Asnas is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asnas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asnas 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 Asnas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asnas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asnas
Where is Asnas located?
Asnas village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Asnas?
The Village Panchayat of Asnas is Palsai.
What is the pincode of Asnas?
The pincode of Asnas is 421312.
What is the population of Asnas?
Asnas had a total population of 596, including 305 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Asnas?
Asnas had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asnas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asnas was 70.04%. Male literacy was 77.53% and female literacy was 61.94%.