Asawar - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Asawar is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Asawar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asawar is 205626. The village covers a total geographical area of 843.67 hectares and falls under the 233225 pincode.
Asawar 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 Asawar
As per Census 2011, Asawar village has a total population of 6,300 people, consisting of 3,195 males and 3,105 females. The village has 1,061 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,079 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,574 literate and 2,726 illiterate residents. Additionally, 811 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,300 | 3,195 | 3,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,079 | 575 | 504 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 811 | 435 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 3,574 | 2,142 | 1,432 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,726 | 1,053 | 1,673 |
Nearby Villages of Asawar
Asawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalpatpur | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Ramdaspur | East | 1.57 km |
| Rajapur T. Asawar | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Englishpur | West | 1.65 km |
| Salampur Lakami | West | 1.79 km |
| Jamalpur M. Newada | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Manaw | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Newada | East | 2.16 km |
| Samari | North | 2.22 km |
| Raigarh | North-West | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asawar
Asawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karimuddin Pur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Asawar is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asawar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asawar
Where is Asawar located?
Asawar village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asawar?
Asawar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asawar?
The pincode of Asawar is 233225.
What is the population of Asawar?
Asawar has a total population of 6,300, including 3,195 males and 3,105 females.
How many households are there in Asawar?
There are 1,061 households in Asawar.
What is the literacy rate in Asawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asawar is 56.73%. Male literacy is 67.04% and female literacy is 46.12%.