Asage - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Asage is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Asage village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asage is 565911. The village covers a total geographical area of 807.21 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Asage village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asage
According to the 2011 Census, Asage village had a total population of 1,734 people, including 788 males and 946 females, living in 411 households. The sex ratio was 1,201 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.53%, with male literacy at 86.32% and female literacy at 64.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,734 | 788 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 86 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 42 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,162 | 606 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 182 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Asage
Asage 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yeravande | West | 2.15 km |
| Adavali | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Kheravse | South | 3.24 km |
| Manche | West | 3.56 km |
| Dhundare | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Hasol | East | 3.75 km |
| Talavade | North | 3.89 km |
| Kelambe | South | 4.29 km |
| Wadgaon | South-East | 4.44 km |
| Kurchumb | North-East | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asage
Asage is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Asage is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asage
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asage 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 Asage
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asage 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asage
Where is Asage located?
Asage village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Asage?
Asage is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asage?
The pincode of Asage is 416712.
What is the population of Asage?
Asage had a total population of 1,734, including 788 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Asage?
Asage had 411 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asage?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asage was 74.53%. Male literacy was 86.32% and female literacy was 64.88%.