Asanhar - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Asanhar is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. Pati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asanhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asanhar is 214120. The village covers a total geographical area of 2540.28 hectares and falls under the 231223 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Asanhar 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 Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asanhar
According to the 2011 Census, Asanhar village had a total population of 703 people, including 354 males and 349 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.48%, with male literacy at 34.13% and female literacy at 28.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 702.
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 | 703 | 354 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 61 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 702 | 354 | 348 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 100 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 254 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Asanhar
Asanhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belhatthi | West | 5.17 km |
| Kharpathar | South-East | 5.50 km |
| Tharpathar | South | 5.81 km |
| Jokahi | South | 6.32 km |
| Pati | South-West | 7.74 km |
| Murdhowa | South | 8.05 km |
| Badura | West | 8.49 km |
| Dala Pipar | East | 8.89 km |
| Makara | South-West | 11.41 km |
| Kota | North | 11.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asanhar
Asanhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jogidih, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.5 km.
| 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 | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Asanhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asanhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Asanhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asanhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asanhar
Where is Asanhar located?
Asanhar village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asanhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Asanhar is Pati.
What is the pincode of Asanhar?
The pincode of Asanhar is 231223.
What is the population of Asanhar?
Asanhar had a total population of 703, including 354 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Asanhar?
Asanhar had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asanhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asanhar was 31.48%. Male literacy was 34.13% and female literacy was 28.72%.