Asage
Asage is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Asage village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Asage unique in its vibrant Lanja-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Asage’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 Asage
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Asage is 565911. The village spans a total geographical area of 807.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416712. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Asage village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
When it comes to local governance, Asage 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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Asage
Population of Asage
According to the 2011 Census, Asage has a total population of about 1,734, with approximately 788 males and 946 females. The sex ratio is around 1200 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 175 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 108 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.01%, with male literacy at about 76.90% and female literacy near 58.77%. There are around 411 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Asage's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,734 | 788 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 86 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 42 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,162 | 606 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 182 | 390 |
Connectivity of Asage
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Asage. As per the 2011 stats, Asage 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Asage
Knowing the nearby villages of Asage helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Asage.
Frequently Asked Questions about Asage
- Where is Asage located?
- Asage village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Asage?
- Asage serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Asage?
- The pincode of Asage is 416712, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Asage as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Asage is 1,734, with 788 males and 946 females.
- How many households are there in Asage as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Asage village has a total of 411 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Asage as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asage is 67.01%. The male literacy rate is 76.90%, while the female literacy rate is 58.77%.