Asia - Darpan, Jajpur
Asia is a village situated in the Darpan tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 64 km from Balichandrapur and around 64 km from Jajapur . Achyutabasant serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asia is 401824. The village covers a total geographical area of 667 hectares and falls under the 754205 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Asia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barchana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asia
According to the 2011 Census, Asia village had a total population of 820 people, including 427 males and 393 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.41%, with male literacy at 69.10% and female literacy at 55.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 318, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 820 | 427 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 158 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 246 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 181 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Asia
Asia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadajit | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Achuti Basant | North | 2.21 km |
| Manduka | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Gujipal | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Majhipada | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Anaka | West | 2.38 km |
| Bhuluka | West | 2.52 km |
| Charinangal | South | 2.82 km |
| Sanachanda Pur | North | 2.93 km |
| Chandia | East | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asia
Asia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dhanmandal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jajapur to Asia is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asia
Where is Asia located?
Asia village is located in Darpan Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asia?
The Gram Panchayat of Asia is Achyutabasant.
What is the pincode of Asia?
The pincode of Asia is 754205.
What is the population of Asia?
Asia had a total population of 820, including 427 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Asia?
Asia had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asia was 62.41%. Male literacy was 69.10% and female literacy was 55.26%.