Ashokpur
Ashokpur is a village located in Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Colonelganj (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Gonda. As per 2009 stats, Ashokpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ashokpur unique in its vibrant Colonelganj-Gonda region. You’ll see Ashokpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ashokpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ashokpur is 174818. The village spans a total geographical area of 707.22 hectares. Gonda is nearest town to Ashokpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Ashokpur
Population of Ashokpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ashokpur has a total population of about 5,433, with approximately 2,822 males and 2,611 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,044 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 587 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.72%, with male literacy at about 53.37% and female literacy near 31.21%. There are around 820 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ashokpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,433 | 2,822 | 2,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,044 | 539 | 505 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 587 | 313 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,321 | 1,506 | 815 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,112 | 1,316 | 1,796 |
Connectivity of Ashokpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ashokpur. As per the 2011 stats, Ashokpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ashokpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Ashokpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ashokpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ashokpur
- Where is Ashokpur located?
- Ashokpur village is situated in Colonelganj Tehsil, within the Gonda district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ashokpur?
- Ashokpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ashokpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ashokpur is 5,433, with 2,822 males and 2,611 females.
- How many households are there in Ashokpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ashokpur village has a total of 820 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ashokpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashokpur is 42.72%. The male literacy rate is 53.37%, while the female literacy rate is 31.21%.