Asharphabad - Chunar, Mirzapur
Asharphabad is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Khirauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asharphabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asharphabad is 212526. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.19 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Asharphabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asharphabad
According to the 2011 Census, Asharphabad village had a total population of 797 people, including 434 males and 363 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.58%, with male literacy at 70.89% and female literacy at 50.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 173.
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 | 797 | 434 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 263 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 171 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Asharphabad
Asharphabad 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 Asharphabad
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Asharphabad. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Asharphabad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mirzapur to Asharphabad is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Asharphabad is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asharphabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asharphabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asharphabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asharphabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Asharphabad
Where is Asharphabad located?
Asharphabad village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asharphabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Asharphabad is Khirauri.
What is the pincode of Asharphabad?
The pincode of Asharphabad is 231304.
What is the population of Asharphabad?
Asharphabad had a total population of 797, including 434 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Asharphabad?
Asharphabad had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asharphabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asharphabad was 61.58%. Male literacy was 70.89% and female literacy was 50.48%.