Ashrayagada - Gumma, Gajapati

Ashrayagada is a village situated in the Gumma tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from Serango and around 33 km from Paralakhemundi. Tarava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashrayagada village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashrayagada is 414393. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 761207 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.

Ashrayagada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Ashrayagada

As per Census 2011, Ashrayagada village has a total population of 962 people, consisting of 491 males and 471 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 689 literate and 273 illiterate residents.

Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashrayagada are given below:

Nearby Villages of Ashrayagada

Ashrayagada 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Ashrayagada

Ashrayagada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lihuri Halt, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Ashrayagada is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Ashrayagada is about 33 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 Ashrayagada

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashrayagada village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Ashrayagada

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashrayagada village are given below:

FAQs about Ashrayagada