Asauji - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Asauji is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Asauji village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asauji is 187292. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 273213 pincode. Sikariganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Asauji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asauji
According to the 2011 Census, Asauji village had a total population of 2,787 people, including 1,444 males and 1,343 females, living in 391 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.09%, with male literacy at 85.40% and female literacy at 61.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 638.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,787 | 1,444 | 1,343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 204 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 330 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,756 | 1,059 | 697 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,031 | 385 | 646 |
Nearby Villages of Asauji
Asauji 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 Asauji
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Asauji.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sikariganj to Asauji is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Asauji is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asauji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asauji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asauji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asauji 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 Asauji
Where is Asauji located?
Asauji village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asauji?
Asauji is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asauji?
The pincode of Asauji is 273213.
What is the population of Asauji?
Asauji had a total population of 2,787, including 1,444 males and 1,343 females.
How many households are there in Asauji?
Asauji had 391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asauji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asauji was 74.09%. Male literacy was 85.40% and female literacy was 61.68%.