Asna - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Asna is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Banakati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asna is 389453. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Asna 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 Asna
According to the 2011 Census, Asna village had a total population of 394 people, including 198 males and 196 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.91%, with male literacy at 74.14% and female literacy at 55.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 328.
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 | 394 | 198 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 161 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 129 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 69 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Asna
Asna 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
Asna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Asna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Asna is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Asna is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asna 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Asna
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 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asna
Where is Asna located?
Asna village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asna?
The Gram Panchayat of Asna is Banakati.
What is the pincode of Asna?
The pincode of Asna is 757032.
What is the population of Asna?
Asna had a total population of 394, including 198 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Asna?
Asna had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asna was 64.91%. Male literacy was 74.14% and female literacy was 55.36%.