Asopur - Tanda, Ambedkar Nagar
Asopur is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tanda and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Asopur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asopur is 166982. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.36 hectares and falls under the 224190 pincode. Tanda is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Asopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tanda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asopur
As per Census 2011, Asopur village has a total population of 5,703 people, consisting of 2,936 males and 2,767 females. The village has 940 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 923 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,042 literate and 2,661 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,387 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asopur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,703 | 2,936 | 2,767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 923 | 434 | 489 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,387 | 1,232 | 1,155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,042 | 1,783 | 1,259 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,661 | 1,153 | 1,508 |
Nearby Villages of Asopur
Asopur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alahdadpur(anshik) | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Rustampur | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Arkhapur Kaji | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Kakrahi | North | 1.57 km |
| Trilokpur | South | 1.74 km |
| Hakeempur | West | 1.80 km |
| Keshopur Pachpokhra | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Khaspur | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Samsuddinpur | South | 2.27 km |
| Mojanpur | South | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asopur
Asopur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Akbarpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 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 Tanda to Asopur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Asopur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asopur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asopur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Asopur
Where is Asopur located?
Asopur village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asopur?
Asopur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asopur?
The pincode of Asopur is 224190.
What is the population of Asopur?
Asopur has a total population of 5,703, including 2,936 males and 2,767 females.
How many households are there in Asopur?
There are 940 households in Asopur.
What is the literacy rate in Asopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asopur is 53.34%. Male literacy is 60.73% and female literacy is 45.50%.