Asharfabad - Khalilabad, Sant Kabir Nagar
Asharfabad is a village situated in the Khalilabad tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalilabad and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Asharfabad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asharfabad is 182845. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.45 hectares and falls under the 272173 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Asharfabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khalilabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asharfabad
According to the 2011 Census, Asharfabad village had a total population of 1,289 people, including 672 males and 617 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.60%, with male literacy at 78.31% and female literacy at 49.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 255.
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 | 1,289 | 672 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 105 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 133 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 444 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 228 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Asharfabad
Asharfabad 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 Asharfabad
Asharfabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Asharfabad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sant Kabir Nagar to Asharfabad is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Asharfabad is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asharfabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asharfabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asharfabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asharfabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asharfabad
Where is Asharfabad located?
Asharfabad village is located in Khalilabad Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asharfabad?
Asharfabad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asharfabad?
The pincode of Asharfabad is 272173.
What is the population of Asharfabad?
Asharfabad had a total population of 1,289, including 672 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Asharfabad?
Asharfabad had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asharfabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asharfabad was 64.60%. Male literacy was 78.31% and female literacy was 49.51%.