Asurguda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Asurguda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Benagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asurguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asurguda is 422950. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Asurguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asurguda
According to the 2011 Census, Asurguda village had a total population of 153 people, including 82 males and 71 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.18%, with male literacy at 20.27% and female literacy at 11.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 149.
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 | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 80 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 67 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Asurguda
Asurguda 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 Asurguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Asurguda.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Asurguda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asurguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asurguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Asurguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asurguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asurguda
Where is Asurguda located?
Asurguda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asurguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Asurguda is Benagaon.
What is the pincode of Asurguda?
The pincode of Asurguda is 766020.
What is the population of Asurguda?
Asurguda had a total population of 153, including 82 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Asurguda?
Asurguda had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asurguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asurguda was 16.18%. Male literacy was 20.27% and female literacy was 11.29%.