Asave - Dahanu, Palghar
Asave is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Dahanu and around 107 km from Thane. Aswe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asave village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asave is 551607. The village covers a total geographical area of 1678 hectares and falls under the 401602 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Asave village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asave
As per Census 2011, Asave village has a total population of 1,841 people, consisting of 953 males and 888 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 761 literate and 1,080 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,343 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asave are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,841 | 953 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 167 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,343 | 681 | 662 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 475 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,080 | 478 | 602 |
Nearby Villages of Asave
Asave 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 Asave
Asave is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Asave.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Asave is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Asave is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asave
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asave village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asave
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asave village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Asave
Where is Asave located?
Asave village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asave?
The Gram Panchayat of Asave is Aswe.
What is the pincode of Asave?
The pincode of Asave is 401602.
What is the population of Asave?
Asave has a total population of 1,841, including 953 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Asave?
There are 337 households in Asave.
What is the literacy rate in Asave?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asave is 41.34%. Male literacy is 49.84% and female literacy is 32.21%.