Asana - Kasimabad, Ghazipur
Asana is a village situated in the Kasimabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. Asana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asana is 205348. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.24 hectares and falls under the 233226 pincode.
Asana 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 Zahoorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asana
According to the 2011 Census, Asana village had a total population of 1,860 people, including 947 males and 913 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.01%, with male literacy at 84.02% and female literacy at 59.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,860 | 947 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 165 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 151 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 657 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 290 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Asana
Asana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shekhpur Mohalla Sidhut | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Dudhaura | East | 1.53 km |
| Mahipalpur | West | 1.79 km |
| Singera | South | 1.90 km |
| Bhadasa | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Devali | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Ghariha | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Khalispurt. Sidhaut | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Dhotari | North | 2.77 km |
| Phaguwar | East | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asana
Asana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paniara, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Asana
Where is Asana located?
Asana village is located in Kasimabad Tehsil, Ghazipur 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 233226.
What is the population of Asana?
Asana had a total population of 1,860, including 947 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Asana?
Asana had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asana was 72.01%. Male literacy was 84.02% and female literacy was 59.95%.