Asgarpur - Koil, Aligarh
Asgarpur is a village situated in the Koil tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koil and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Sonoth Gokulpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asgarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asgarpur is 122616. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.14 hectares and falls under the 202002 pincode. Aligarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Asgarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koil Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asgarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Asgarpur village had a total population of 986 people, including 523 males and 463 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.84%, with male literacy at 77.88% and female literacy at 52.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 290.
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 | 986 | 523 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 98 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 154 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 331 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 192 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Asgarpur
Asgarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balukhera | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Jalupur Sihor | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Sisroi Nagla Dhak | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Bajhera | East | 1.96 km |
| Bhatauli | South | 2.05 km |
| Jasrathpur | North | 2.48 km |
| Sonoth Gokulpur | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Rohina Singhapur | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Rajipur | East | 3.01 km |
| Bhakari Ahivasi | South-West | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asgarpur
Public transport in the Asgarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Daud Khan, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.1 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aligarh to Asgarpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asgarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asgarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Asgarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asgarpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Asgarpur
Where is Asgarpur located?
Asgarpur village is located in Koil Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asgarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Asgarpur is Sonoth Gokulpur.
What is the pincode of Asgarpur?
The pincode of Asgarpur is 202002.
What is the population of Asgarpur?
Asgarpur had a total population of 986, including 523 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Asgarpur?
Asgarpur had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asgarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asgarpur was 65.84%. Male literacy was 77.88% and female literacy was 52.37%.