Asgoli - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Asgoli is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Asgoli village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asgoli is 565395. The village covers a total geographical area of 732.39 hectares and falls under the 415703 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Asgoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asgoli
According to the 2011 Census, Asgoli village had a total population of 2,167 people, including 963 males and 1,204 females, living in 537 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.32%, with male literacy at 89.67% and female literacy at 71.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 2,167 | 963 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 121 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,530 | 755 | 775 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 208 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Asgoli
Asgoli 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 Asgoli
Asgoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Asgoli is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Asgoli is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asgoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asgoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asgoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asgoli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asgoli
Where is Asgoli located?
Asgoli village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Asgoli?
Asgoli is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asgoli?
The pincode of Asgoli is 415703.
What is the population of Asgoli?
Asgoli had a total population of 2,167, including 963 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Asgoli?
Asgoli had 537 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asgoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asgoli was 79.32%. Male literacy was 89.67% and female literacy was 71.30%.