Asagani - Khed, Ratnagiri
Asagani is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Asagani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asagani is 565126. The village covers a total geographical area of 603 hectares and falls under the 415708 pincode. Khed is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Asagani 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 Asagani
As per Census 2011, Asagani village has a total population of 1,288 people, consisting of 661 males and 627 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 941 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asagani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,288 | 661 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 95 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 528 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 133 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Asagani
Asagani 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 Asagani
Public transport in the Asagani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khed to Asagani is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Asagani is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asagani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asagani 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 Asagani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asagani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asagani
Where is Asagani located?
Asagani village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asagani?
Asagani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asagani?
The pincode of Asagani is 415708.
What is the population of Asagani?
Asagani has a total population of 1,288, including 661 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Asagani?
There are 303 households in Asagani.
What is the literacy rate in Asagani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asagani is 73.06%. Male literacy is 79.88% and female literacy is 65.87%.