Asegaon - Mangrulpir, Washim
Asegaon is a village situated in the Mangrulpir tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrulpir and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Asegoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asegaon is 530838. The village covers a total geographical area of 769 hectares and falls under the 444409 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Asegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Washim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asegaon
As per Census 2011, Asegaon village has a total population of 2,586 people, consisting of 1,327 males and 1,259 females. The village has 581 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,908 literate and 678 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,586 | 1,327 | 1,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 162 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 147 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,908 | 1,022 | 886 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 305 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Asegaon
Asegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandgaon | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Wara Jahangir | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Chincholi | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Chinchakheda | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Shivani D | North | 4.06 km |
| Lahi | South | 4.27 km |
| Kumbhi | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Dabhadi | East | 4.30 km |
| Depul | West | 4.88 km |
| Ramgadh | East | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asegaon
Asegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Washim, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrulpir to Asegaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Asegaon is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asegaon 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asegaon
Where is Asegaon located?
Asegaon village is located in Mangrulpir Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Asegaon is Asegoan.
What is the pincode of Asegaon?
The pincode of Asegaon is 444409.
What is the population of Asegaon?
Asegaon has a total population of 2,586, including 1,327 males and 1,259 females.
How many households are there in Asegaon?
There are 581 households in Asegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Asegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asegaon is 73.78%. Male literacy is 77.02% and female literacy is 70.37%.