Asad - Kadegaon, Sangli
Asad is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Asad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asad is 568447. The village covers a total geographical area of 620 hectares and falls under the 415303 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Asad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asad
According to the 2011 Census, Asad village had a total population of 2,445 people, including 1,247 males and 1,198 females, living in 467 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.82%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 82.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 415, 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 | 2,445 | 1,247 | 1,198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 162 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 200 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,903 | 1,011 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 236 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Asad
Asad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mo. Vadgaon | East | 2.11 km |
| Dudhari | South | 2.97 km |
| Chinchani Wangi | North | 3.09 km |
| Takari | South | 3.91 km |
| Bhavaninagar | West | 3.98 km |
| Ambak | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Padali | West | 4.61 km |
| Tupari | South-East | 4.72 km |
| Devrashtre | East | 4.88 km |
| Gaundwadi | South | 5.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asad
Asad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Asad is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Asad is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asad 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asad
Where is Asad located?
Asad village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asad?
Asad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asad?
The pincode of Asad is 415303.
What is the population of Asad?
Asad had a total population of 2,445, including 1,247 males and 1,198 females.
How many households are there in Asad?
Asad had 467 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asad was 87.82%. Male literacy was 93.18% and female literacy was 82.44%.