Asu - Phaltan, Satara
Asu is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Asu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asu is 563297. The village covers a total geographical area of 1642.25 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Asu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asu
As per Census 2011, Asu village has a total population of 5,876 people, consisting of 3,051 males and 2,825 females. The village has 1,181 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 726 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,753 literate and 2,123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,434 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,876 | 3,051 | 2,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 726 | 401 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,434 | 724 | 710 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 3,753 | 2,075 | 1,678 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,123 | 976 | 1,147 |
Nearby Villages of Asu
Asu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shindenagar | South | 3.29 km |
| Hanmantwadi | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Deshmukhwadi | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Pawarwadi | West | 3.86 km |
| Tawashi | North | 4.12 km |
| Jamb | East | 4.45 km |
| Shindewadi | South | 5.00 km |
| Gokhali | West | 5.14 km |
| Songaon | North-West | 5.29 km |
| Udhat | North-East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asu
Asu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Asu is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Asu is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asu
Where is Asu located?
Asu village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asu?
Asu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asu?
The pincode of Asu is 415523.
What is the population of Asu?
Asu has a total population of 5,876, including 3,051 males and 2,825 females.
How many households are there in Asu?
There are 1,181 households in Asu.
What is the literacy rate in Asu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asu is 63.87%. Male literacy is 68.01% and female literacy is 59.40%.