Asana - Bahalda, Mayurbhanj
Asana is a village situated in the Bahalda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahalda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Asana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asana is 387535. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 757054 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
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 Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asana
As per Census 2011, Asana village has a total population of 1,028 people, consisting of 554 males and 474 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 570 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 867 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,028 | 554 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 63 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 867 | 463 | 404 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 389 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 165 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Asana
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 Asana
Asana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Asana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rairangpur to Asana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Asana is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 Asana 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asana
Where is Asana located?
Asana village is located in Bahalda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asana?
Asana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asana?
The pincode of Asana is 757054.
What is the population of Asana?
Asana has a total population of 1,028, including 554 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Asana?
There are 216 households in Asana.
What is the literacy rate in Asana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asana is 55.45%. Male literacy is 70.22% and female literacy is 38.19%.