Asola - Jintur, Parbhani
Asola is a village situated in the Jintur tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jintur and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Asola village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asola is 546520. The village covers a total geographical area of 928.11 hectares and falls under the 431509 pincode. Jintur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Asola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asola
According to the 2011 Census, Asola village had a total population of 1,752 people, including 913 males and 839 females, living in 316 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.34%, with male literacy at 85.55% and female literacy at 56.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 1,752 | 913 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 138 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,068 | 663 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 250 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Asola
Asola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kawada | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Sawangi Bhamble | East | 3.11 km |
| Dhamdham | West | 3.64 km |
| Wazar Bk | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Korwadi | South-East | 4.55 km |
| Umarad | North-East | 4.70 km |
| Dhanora Bk. | South-West | 5.33 km |
| Belkheda | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Ghagara | South | 6.05 km |
| Pimpri Barda | North | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asola
Asola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Satuna, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.1 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 Jintur to Asola is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Asola is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asola 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asola
Where is Asola located?
Asola village is located in Jintur Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Asola?
Asola is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asola?
The pincode of Asola is 431509.
What is the population of Asola?
Asola had a total population of 1,752, including 913 males and 839 females.
How many households are there in Asola?
Asola had 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asola was 71.34%. Male literacy was 85.55% and female literacy was 56.09%.