Asan Melra - Marwar Junction, Pali
Asan Melra is a village situated in the Marwar Junction tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marwar Junction and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Gura Soorsingh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asan Melra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asan Melra is 091027. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 306023 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Asan Melra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwar junction Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asan Melra
As per Census 2011, Asan Melra village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 68 males and 63 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asan Melra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 38 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 30 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Asan Melra
Asan Melra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhal | South | 2.34 km |
| Vaniya Mali | North | 2.40 km |
| Gura Soorsingh | West | 3.08 km |
| Dingor | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Jooni Phulad | East | 3.54 km |
| Phulad | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Gawar | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Shivsagar | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Nawa Gura | South-West | 5.25 km |
| Chaukariya | South-West | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asan Melra
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Asan Melra. The nearest railway station is Phulad, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.4 km.
| 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 Sojat to Asan Melra is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Asan Melra is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asan Melra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asan Melra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asan Melra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asan Melra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asan Melra
Where is Asan Melra located?
Asan Melra village is located in Marwar Junction Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asan Melra?
The Gram Panchayat of Asan Melra is Gura Soorsingh.
What is the pincode of Asan Melra?
The pincode of Asan Melra is 306023.
What is the population of Asan Melra?
Asan Melra has a total population of 131, including 68 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Asan Melra?
There are 31 households in Asan Melra.
What is the literacy rate in Asan Melra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asan Melra is 45.04%. Male literacy is 55.88% and female literacy is 33.33%.