Asond

Asond is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 184km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Asond village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Asond unique in its vibrant Dapoli-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Asond’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Asond

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Asond is 564953. The village spans a total geographical area of 745 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415711. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Asond village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

When it comes to local governance, Asond village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Asond

According to the 2011 Census, Asond has a total population of about 1,493, with approximately 722 males and 771 females. The sex ratio is around 1067 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.42%, with male literacy at about 84.21% and female literacy near 67.19%. There are around 338 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Asond's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,493 722 771
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 120 66 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 37 19 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 5 N/A
Literate Population 1,126 608 518
Illiterate Population 367 114 253

Connectivity of Asond

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Asond. As per the 2011 stats, Asond had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Asond

Knowing the nearby villages of Asond helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Asond.

Frequently Asked Questions about Asond

Where is Asond located?
Asond village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asond?
Asond serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Asond?
The pincode of Asond is 415711, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Asond as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Asond is 1,493, with 722 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Asond as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Asond village has a total of 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asond as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asond is 75.42%. The male literacy rate is 84.21%, while the female literacy rate is 67.19%.