Asankudar - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Asankudar is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurmunda and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Hatigoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asankudar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asankudar is 388993. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Asankudar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asankudar
As per Census 2011, Asankudar village has a total population of 654 people, consisting of 311 males and 343 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 581 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asankudar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 311 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 85 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 28 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 581 | 280 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 235 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Asankudar
Asankudar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanmohuldiha | West | 1.75 km |
| Khaparkhai | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Jamudiha | West | 2.92 km |
| Ghodabindha | South | 3.61 km |
| Dangapani | West | 3.77 km |
| Hatigoda | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Badbaliposi | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Kadapani | West | 4.23 km |
| Badmahuldiha | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Chirupada | South-East | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asankudar
Asankudar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.0 km.
| 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 Asankudar is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Asankudar is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asankudar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asankudar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Asankudar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asankudar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asankudar
Where is Asankudar located?
Asankudar village is located in Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asankudar?
The Gram Panchayat of Asankudar is Hatigoda.
What is the pincode of Asankudar?
The pincode of Asankudar is 757038.
What is the population of Asankudar?
Asankudar has a total population of 654, including 311 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Asankudar?
There are 136 households in Asankudar.
What is the literacy rate in Asankudar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asankudar is 21.41%. Male literacy is 24.44% and female literacy is 18.66%.