Asthaula - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Asthaula is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Asthaula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asthaula is 186602. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.53 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Asthaula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Asthaula
As per Census 2011, Asthaula village has a total population of 1,512 people, consisting of 787 males and 725 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 901 literate and 611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,064 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asthaula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,512 | 787 | 725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,064 | 558 | 506 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 555 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 232 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Asthaula
Asthaula is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Asthaula
Asthaula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Asthaula is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Asthaula is about 47 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 Asthaula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asthaula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asthaula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asthaula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asthaula
Where is Asthaula located?
Asthaula village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asthaula?
Asthaula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asthaula?
The pincode of Asthaula is 273016.
What is the population of Asthaula?
Asthaula has a total population of 1,512, including 787 males and 725 females.
How many households are there in Asthaula?
There are 209 households in Asthaula.
What is the literacy rate in Asthaula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asthaula is 59.59%. Male literacy is 70.52% and female literacy is 47.72%.