Asharfabad - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Asharfabad is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Asharafabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asharfabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asharfabad is 167430. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.97 hectares and falls under the 224129 pincode. Kichhauchha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Asharfabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asharfabad
According to the 2011 Census, Asharfabad village had a total population of 1,015 people, including 501 males and 514 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.67%, with male literacy at 82.80% and female literacy at 64.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 343.
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 | 1,015 | 501 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 65 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 166 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 361 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 140 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Asharfabad
Asharfabad 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 Asharfabad
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Asharfabad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichhauchha to Asharfabad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Asharfabad is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asharfabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asharfabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asharfabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asharfabad 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 Asharfabad
Where is Asharfabad located?
Asharfabad village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asharfabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Asharfabad is Asharafabad.
What is the pincode of Asharfabad?
The pincode of Asharfabad is 224129.
What is the population of Asharfabad?
Asharfabad had a total population of 1,015, including 501 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Asharfabad?
Asharfabad had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asharfabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asharfabad was 73.67%. Male literacy was 82.80% and female literacy was 64.72%.