Asana - Sikanderpur, Ballia
Asana is a village situated in the Sikanderpur tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikanderpur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Asana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asana is 198177. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.58 hectares and falls under the 277207 pincode.
Asana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asana
According to the 2011 Census, Asana village had a total population of 1,737 people, including 868 males and 869 females, living in 285 households. The sex ratio was 1,001 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.35%, with male literacy at 83.38% and female literacy at 59.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 1,737 | 868 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 146 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 71 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,031 | 602 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 266 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Asana
Asana 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 Asana
Asana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Asana is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Asana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asana
Where is Asana located?
Asana village is located in Sikanderpur Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asana?
Asana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asana?
The pincode of Asana is 277207.
What is the population of Asana?
Asana had a total population of 1,737, including 868 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Asana?
Asana had 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asana was 71.35%. Male literacy was 83.38% and female literacy was 59.34%.