Asanabani - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Asanabani is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Matiagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asanabani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asanabani is 388540. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 757091 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Asanabani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asanabani
According to the 2011 Census, Asanabani village had a total population of 192 people, including 94 males and 98 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.11%, with male literacy at 15.07% and female literacy at 1.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 191.
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 | 192 | 94 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 93 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 11 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 83 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Asanabani
Asanabani 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 Asanabani
Public transport in the Asanabani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Karanjia to Asanabani is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Asanabani is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asanabani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asanabani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Asanabani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asanabani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asanabani
Where is Asanabani located?
Asanabani village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asanabani?
The Gram Panchayat of Asanabani is Matiagarh.
What is the pincode of Asanabani?
The pincode of Asanabani is 757091.
What is the population of Asanabani?
Asanabani had a total population of 192, including 94 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Asanabani?
Asanabani had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asanabani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asanabani was 8.11%. Male literacy was 15.07% and female literacy was 1.33%.