Asegaon Pen - Risod, Washim
Asegaon Pen is a village situated in the Risod tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Risod and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Asegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asegaon Pen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asegaon Pen is 531333. The village covers a total geographical area of 836.1 hectares and falls under the 444510 pincode. Risod is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Asegaon Pen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asegaon Pen
As per Census 2011, Asegaon Pen village has a total population of 2,146 people, consisting of 1,136 males and 1,010 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,513 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 697 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asegaon Pen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,146 | 1,136 | 1,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 174 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 697 | 370 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 1,513 | 870 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 266 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Asegaon Pen
Asegaon Pen 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belkheda | North | 2.76 km |
| Wanoja | West | 3.12 km |
| Koyali Bk. | South | 3.33 km |
| Warudtopha | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Rithad | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Deulgaon Banda | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Yevti | East | 4.35 km |
| Pardi Tikhe | North | 4.95 km |
| Hiwar Pen | North-West | 5.13 km |
| Maharkheda | South-East | 5.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asegaon Pen
Asegaon Pen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kekatumar, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Risod to Asegaon Pen is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Asegaon Pen is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asegaon Pen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asegaon Pen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asegaon Pen
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 Pen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asegaon Pen
Where is Asegaon Pen located?
Asegaon Pen village is located in Risod Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asegaon Pen?
The Gram Panchayat of Asegaon Pen is Asegaon.
What is the pincode of Asegaon Pen?
The pincode of Asegaon Pen is 444510.
What is the population of Asegaon Pen?
Asegaon Pen has a total population of 2,146, including 1,136 males and 1,010 females.
How many households are there in Asegaon Pen?
There are 398 households in Asegaon Pen.
What is the literacy rate in Asegaon Pen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asegaon Pen is 70.50%. Male literacy is 76.58% and female literacy is 63.66%.