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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Asana village has a total population of 1,860 people, consisting of 947 males and 913 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,124 literate and 736 illiterate residents. Additionally, 270 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asana are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 has a total population of 1,860, including 947 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Asana?
There are 281 households in Asana.
What is the literacy rate in Asana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asana is 60.43%. Male literacy is 69.38% and female literacy is 51.15%.