Asinipur - Kabisuryanagar, Ganjam
Asinipur is a village situated in the Kabisuryanagar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kabisuryanagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sunapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asinipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asinipur is 411400. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 761104 pincode. Kavisurjyanagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Asinipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aska Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Asinipur
As per Census 2011, Asinipur village has a total population of 1,021 people, consisting of 526 males and 495 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 577 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asinipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,021 | 526 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 61 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 364 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 162 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Asinipur
Asinipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baunsia | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Nuapalli | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Gunthapada | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Jakara | North | 2.24 km |
| Paikajamuna | West | 2.63 km |
| Ektala Bira Balunkeswarpur | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Arjunapalli | East | 2.91 km |
| Mardarajpur | East | 3.04 km |
| Jagiridengapadar | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Pithapur | South | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asinipur
Asinipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rambha, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kavisurjyanagar to Asinipur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Asinipur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asinipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asinipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asinipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asinipur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Asinipur
Where is Asinipur located?
Asinipur village is located in Kabisuryanagar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asinipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Asinipur is Sunapalli.
What is the pincode of Asinipur?
The pincode of Asinipur is 761104.
What is the population of Asinipur?
Asinipur has a total population of 1,021, including 526 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Asinipur?
There are 216 households in Asinipur.
What is the literacy rate in Asinipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asinipur is 56.51%. Male literacy is 69.20% and female literacy is 43.03%.