Asarna - Colonelganj, Gonda
Asarna is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Conelganj and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Asarna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asarna is 174876. The village covers a total geographical area of 414.25 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Conelganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Asarna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asarna
As per Census 2011, Asarna village has a total population of 3,721 people, consisting of 1,983 males and 1,738 females. The village has 603 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 735 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,304 literate and 2,417 illiterate residents. Additionally, 699 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asarna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,721 | 1,983 | 1,738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 735 | 369 | 366 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 699 | 371 | 328 |
| Literate Population | 1,304 | 863 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,417 | 1,120 | 1,297 |
Nearby Villages of Asarna
Asarna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mankapur | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Ramgarha | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Amorhwa | West | 1.50 km |
| Dudahi | East | 1.66 km |
| Pipari Rawat | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Barwaliya Kurmi | South | 2.12 km |
| Nindura | West | 2.43 km |
| Pure Than | South | 2.49 km |
| Selhari | North | 2.63 km |
| Umariya | South-East | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asarna
Asarna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kasturi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Conelganj to Asarna is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Asarna is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asarna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asarna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asarna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asarna 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asarna
Where is Asarna located?
Asarna village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asarna?
Asarna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asarna?
The pincode of Asarna is 271502.
What is the population of Asarna?
Asarna has a total population of 3,721, including 1,983 males and 1,738 females.
How many households are there in Asarna?
There are 603 households in Asarna.
What is the literacy rate in Asarna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asarna is 35.04%. Male literacy is 43.52% and female literacy is 25.37%.