Asspur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Asspur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Asspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asspur is 203943. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.75 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Asspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asspur
As per Census 2011, Asspur village has a total population of 1,507 people, consisting of 759 males and 748 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 904 literate and 603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 686 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,507 | 759 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 148 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 686 | 347 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 904 | 520 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 239 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Asspur
Asspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Said | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Undrapur | South | 1.11 km |
| Chak Sarif | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Mubarakpur Hartara | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Akberpur | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Chak Farid | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Dilwlpur | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Unkraon | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Sundarpur | South | 1.81 km |
| Baraj | East | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asspur
Asspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sadat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Asspur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asspur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Asspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asspur 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 Asspur
Where is Asspur located?
Asspur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asspur?
Asspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asspur?
The pincode of Asspur is 275204.
What is the population of Asspur?
Asspur has a total population of 1,507, including 759 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Asspur?
There are 195 households in Asspur.
What is the literacy rate in Asspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asspur is 59.99%. Male literacy is 68.51% and female literacy is 51.34%.