Asond - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Asond is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 184 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Asond village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asond is 564953. The village covers a total geographical area of 745 hectares and falls under the 415711 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Asond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asond
As per Census 2011, Asond village has a total population of 1,493 people, consisting of 722 males and 771 females. The village has 338 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,126 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 608 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 114 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Asond
Asond 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shiwnari | North | 2.25 km |
| Urphi | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Phansu | South | 2.91 km |
| Kolbandre | West | 3.19 km |
| Rukhi | East | 3.54 km |
| Gaontale | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Kondhe | East | 4.15 km |
| Shiravane | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Panhalekazi | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Tetavali | North-East | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asond
Asond is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.7 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 Dapoli Camp to Asond is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Asond is about 184 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asond village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asond 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 Asond
Where is Asond located?
Asond village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asond?
Asond is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asond?
The pincode of Asond is 415711.
What is the population of Asond?
Asond has a total population of 1,493, including 722 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Asond?
There are 338 households in Asond.
What is the literacy rate in Asond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asond is 75.42%. Male literacy is 84.21% and female literacy is 67.19%.