Asarana - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Asarana is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Krushnachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asarana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asarana is 397349. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 754138 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Asarana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asarana
As per Census 2011, Asarana village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 84 males and 80 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asarana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 84 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 7 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Asarana
Asarana 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 Asarana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Asarana.
| 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 Paradip to Asarana is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Asarana is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asarana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asarana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Asarana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asarana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asarana
Where is Asarana located?
Asarana village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asarana?
The Gram Panchayat of Asarana is Krushnachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Asarana?
The pincode of Asarana is 754138.
What is the population of Asarana?
Asarana has a total population of 164, including 84 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Asarana?
There are 32 households in Asarana.
What is the literacy rate in Asarana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asarana is 85.37%. Male literacy is 91.67% and female literacy is 78.75%.