Asani - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Asani is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Asani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asani is 194440. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.38 hectares and falls under the 276206 pincode. Nizambad is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Asani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asani
As per Census 2011, Asani village has a total population of 1,580 people, consisting of 793 males and 787 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 955 literate and 625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 509 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,580 | 793 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 116 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 509 | 243 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 561 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 232 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Asani
Asani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pura Yar Mohammad | South-West | 0.66 km |
| Mircha | North | 0.72 km |
| Manna Patti | North-East | 0.84 km |
| Maruphpur Kasim Ali | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Farahabad | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Trimuhani | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Sahadatpur | East | 1.15 km |
| Bhairopur Kala | South | 1.17 km |
| Gokulpur Aima | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Manik Chadpur | South-East | 1.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asani
Asani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Phariha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Nizambad to Asani is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Asani is about 15 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 Asani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asani 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asani 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asani
Where is Asani located?
Asani village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asani?
Asani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asani?
The pincode of Asani is 276206.
What is the population of Asani?
Asani has a total population of 1,580, including 793 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Asani?
There are 232 households in Asani.
What is the literacy rate in Asani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asani is 60.44%. Male literacy is 70.74% and female literacy is 50.06%.