Asada - Gudari, Rayagada
Asada is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Asada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asada is 426916. The village covers a total geographical area of 781 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Asada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asada
As per Census 2011, Asada village has a total population of 1,227 people, consisting of 591 males and 636 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 573 literate and 654 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 691 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,227 | 591 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 97 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 116 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 691 | 328 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 354 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 237 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Asada
Asada 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 Asada
Public transport in the Asada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Asada is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Asada is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Asada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asada
Where is Asada located?
Asada village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asada?
Asada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asada?
The pincode of Asada is 765026.
What is the population of Asada?
Asada has a total population of 1,227, including 591 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Asada?
There are 305 households in Asada.
What is the literacy rate in Asada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asada is 46.70%. Male literacy is 59.90% and female literacy is 34.43%.