Ashokpur - Harraiya, Basti
Ashokpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Pitpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashokpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashokpur is 179541. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.6 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Ashokpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashokpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ashokpur village had a total population of 458 people, including 234 males and 224 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.70%, with male literacy at 88.35% and female literacy at 68.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 458 | 234 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 182 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 52 | 92 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhuwariya | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Lalpur Manjha | South | 1.37 km |
| Uniyar Manjha | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Majha Akhanpur | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Tendhwa Tappa Dubauliya | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Uniyarpur Uparhar | South | 2.33 km |
| Sharwa Uparhar | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Baghmarwa | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Bhiripur Uparhar | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Bharopur Manjha | East | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashokpur
Ashokpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Goshainganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.8 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Ashokpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ashokpur
Where is Ashokpur located?
Ashokpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ashokpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashokpur is Pitpur.
What is the pincode of Ashokpur?
The pincode of Ashokpur is 272130.
What is the population of Ashokpur?
Ashokpur had a total population of 458, including 234 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Ashokpur?
Ashokpur had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashokpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashokpur was 78.70%. Male literacy was 88.35% and female literacy was 68.39%.