Asanang - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Asanang is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asanang is 273547. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Asanang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the North tura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asanang
According to the 2011 Census, Asanang village had a total population of 699 people, including 336 males and 363 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.87%, with male literacy at 93.08% and female literacy at 86.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 693.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 699 | 336 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 693 | 334 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 269 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 67 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Asanang
Asanang 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 Asanang
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Asanang.
| 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 Tura to Asanang is about 18 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 Asanang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asanang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asanang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asanang 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Asanang
Where is Asanang located?
Asanang village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Asanang?
The pincode of Asanang is 794002.
What is the population of Asanang?
Asanang had a total population of 699, including 336 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Asanang?
Asanang had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asanang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asanang was 89.87%. Male literacy was 93.08% and female literacy was 86.90%.