Afasari - Lalganj, Rae Bareli
Afasari is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Khargapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Afasari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afasari is 144611. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.45 hectares and falls under the 229201 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Afasari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harchandpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rae Bareli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Afasari
As per Census 2011, Afasari village has a total population of 731 people, consisting of 381 males and 350 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 528 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Afasari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 731 | 381 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 113 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 528 | 306 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 75 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Afasari
Afasari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandpur | West | 0.99 km |
| Bijemau Khapura | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Khargapur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Singhaur Semari | East | 1.52 km |
| Bhitari | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Sabji Babura | South | 1.92 km |
| Dubey Pur | West | 2.27 km |
| Mawayia | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Kanha Mau | East | 2.76 km |
| Malpur | South-East | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Afasari
Afasari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raghuraj Singh, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rae Bareli to Afasari is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rae Bareli to Afasari is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Afasari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afasari 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 Afasari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afasari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Afasari
Where is Afasari located?
Afasari village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Afasari?
The Gram Panchayat of Afasari is Khargapur.
What is the pincode of Afasari?
The pincode of Afasari is 229201.
What is the population of Afasari?
Afasari has a total population of 731, including 381 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Afasari?
There are 104 households in Afasari.
What is the literacy rate in Afasari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afasari is 72.23%. Male literacy is 80.31% and female literacy is 63.43%.