Asola - Yavatmal
Asola is a village situated in the Yavatmal tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Yavatmal, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Asola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asola is 542355. The village covers a total geographical area of 1574 hectares and falls under the 445001 pincode. Yavatmal is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Asola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yavatmal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asola
As per Census 2011, Asola village has a total population of 1,424 people, consisting of 746 males and 678 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,009 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,424 | 746 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 95 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,009 | 565 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 181 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Asola
Asola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandhurna | East | 2.70 km |
| Khutafali | South | 2.94 km |
| Sindkhed | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Takali | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Mangrul | North | 4.47 km |
| Anandnagar | East | 4.93 km |
| Asegaondevi | East | 5.35 km |
| Mangladevi Khand1 | North | 5.74 km |
| Lonadi | South-West | 6.02 km |
| Jambhulani | South-East | 6.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asola
Public transport in the Asola is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Yavatmal, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 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 Yavatmal to Asola is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asola
Where is Asola located?
Asola village is located in Yavatmal Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asola?
Asola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asola?
The pincode of Asola is 445001.
What is the population of Asola?
Asola has a total population of 1,424, including 746 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Asola?
There are 321 households in Asola.
What is the literacy rate in Asola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asola is 70.86%. Male literacy is 75.74% and female literacy is 65.49%.