Asna (Asana) - Kotpad, Koraput
Asna (Asana) is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Guali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asna (Asana) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asna (Asana) is 428093. The village covers a total geographical area of 460 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Asna (Asana) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asna (Asana)
As per Census 2011, Asna (Asana) village has a total population of 1,406 people, consisting of 694 males and 712 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 1,005 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 981 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asna (Asana) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,406 | 694 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 111 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 191 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 981 | 486 | 495 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 246 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,005 | 448 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Asna (Asana)
Asna (Asana) 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 Asna (Asana)
Public transport in the Asna (Asana) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Asna (Asana).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Asna (Asana) is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Asna (Asana) is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asna (Asana)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asna (Asana) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asna (Asana)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asna (Asana) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Asna (Asana)
Where is Asna (Asana) located?
Asna (Asana) village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asna (Asana)?
The Gram Panchayat of Asna (Asana) is Guali.
What is the pincode of Asna (Asana)?
The pincode of Asna (Asana) is 764058.
What is the population of Asna (Asana)?
Asna (Asana) has a total population of 1,406, including 694 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Asna (Asana)?
There are 339 households in Asna (Asana).
What is the literacy rate in Asna (Asana)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asna (Asana) is 28.52%. Male literacy is 35.45% and female literacy is 21.77%.