Asud - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Asud is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Asud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asud is 564883. The village covers a total geographical area of 859.98 hectares and falls under the 415713 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Asud 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 Asud
As per Census 2011, Asud village has a total population of 2,450 people, consisting of 1,137 males and 1,313 females. The village has 589 households and a sex ratio of 1,154 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,854 literate and 596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,450 | 1,137 | 1,313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 111 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,854 | 953 | 901 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 184 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Asud
Asud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambavali Kh. | West | 1.90 km |
| Murud | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Vanand | East | 2.49 km |
| Saldure | West | 3.04 km |
| Sarang | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Kalambat | North | 3.27 km |
| Karde | South | 3.33 km |
| Waghave | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Chandranagar | South | 4.31 km |
| Adkhal | North-West | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asud
Asud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khed, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Asud is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Asud is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asud
Where is Asud located?
Asud village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asud?
Asud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asud?
The pincode of Asud is 415713.
What is the population of Asud?
Asud has a total population of 2,450, including 1,137 males and 1,313 females.
How many households are there in Asud?
There are 589 households in Asud.
What is the literacy rate in Asud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asud is 75.67%. Male literacy is 83.82% and female literacy is 68.62%.