Asanbani - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Asanbani is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Syamsundarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asanbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asanbani is 389506. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 757092 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Asanbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asanbani
As per Census 2011, Asanbani village has a total population of 171 people, consisting of 84 males and 87 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asanbani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 84 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 82 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 30 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Asanbani
Asanbani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hijili | West | 0.72 km |
| Randasahi | East | 0.73 km |
| Kanjiasol | South | 1.08 km |
| Jhilidam | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Shyamsundarpur | East | 1.44 km |
| Sasadapal | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Basantpur | West | 1.76 km |
| Chuapani | North | 1.93 km |
| Anlajodi | South | 2.11 km |
| Saripada | North | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asanbani
Public transport in the Asanbani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bangriposi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baripada to Asanbani is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Asanbani 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 Asanbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asanbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asanbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asanbani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Asanbani
Where is Asanbani located?
Asanbani village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asanbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Asanbani is Syamsundarpur.
What is the pincode of Asanbani?
The pincode of Asanbani is 757092.
What is the population of Asanbani?
Asanbani has a total population of 171, including 84 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Asanbani?
There are 43 households in Asanbani.
What is the literacy rate in Asanbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asanbani is 57.31%. Male literacy is 64.29% and female literacy is 50.57%.