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
As per Census 2011, Asana village has a total population of 1,737 people, consisting of 868 males and 869 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,031 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asana are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,737, including 868 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Asana?
There are 285 households in Asana.
What is the literacy rate in Asana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asana is 59.36%. Male literacy is 69.35% and female literacy is 49.37%.