Ashokpur - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Ashokpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Ashokpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashokpur is 164345. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.13 hectares and falls under the 225202 pincode.
Ashokpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashokpur
As per Census 2011, Ashokpur village has a total population of 992 people, consisting of 529 males and 463 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 634 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashokpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 992 | 529 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 90 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 179 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 634 | 367 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 162 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Ashokpur
Ashokpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thal Kalan | South-East | 0.93 km |
| Khetavra | North | 0.98 km |
| Pure Bhagyai | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Thal Khurd | East | 1.40 km |
| Pure Jabar | South | 1.43 km |
| Bailmau | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Utakhara | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Churaulia | West | 2.12 km |
| Amlora | South | 2.19 km |
| Amaulikalan | North-East | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashokpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ashokpur. The nearest railway station is Burhwal, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Barabanki to Ashokpur is about 36 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 Ashokpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashokpur 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 Ashokpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashokpur 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 Ashokpur
Where is Ashokpur located?
Ashokpur village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashokpur?
Ashokpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashokpur?
The pincode of Ashokpur is 225202.
What is the population of Ashokpur?
Ashokpur has a total population of 992, including 529 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Ashokpur?
There are 174 households in Ashokpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ashokpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashokpur is 63.91%. Male literacy is 69.38% and female literacy is 57.67%.