Asota - Ladnu, Didwana-Kuchaman
Asota is a village situated in the Ladnu tehsil of Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 4 km from Ladnu and around 104 km from Nagaur. Asota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asota is 082386. The village covers a total geographical area of 444.42 hectares and falls under the 341306 pincode. Ladnu is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Asota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ladnun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asota
According to the 2011 Census, Asota village had a total population of 291 people, including 163 males and 128 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 785 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.70%, with male literacy at 87.59% and female literacy at 61.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 291 | 163 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 120 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 43 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Asota
Asota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padampura | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Mangalpura | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Jaswant Garh | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Dabri | South | 3.30 km |
| Bhiyani | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Khanpur | North | 4.03 km |
| Kasumbi Alipur | East | 5.56 km |
| Ledi | South-East | 5.72 km |
| Ladnu | West | 5.86 km |
| Kasumbi Upadara | East | 6.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asota
Asota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaswantgarh, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ladnu to Asota is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Asota is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asota
Where is Asota located?
Asota village is located in Ladnu Tehsil, Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asota?
Asota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asota?
The pincode of Asota is 341306.
What is the population of Asota?
Asota had a total population of 291, including 163 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Asota?
Asota had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asota was 75.70%. Male literacy was 87.59% and female literacy was 61.40%.