Ashanahar - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Ashanahar is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Asanahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashanahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashanahar is 214335. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.44 hectares and falls under the 231223 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Ashanahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Ashanahar
As per Census 2011, Ashanahar village has a total population of 2,043 people, consisting of 1,023 males and 1,020 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,024 literate and 1,019 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashanahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,043 | 1,023 | 1,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 183 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,024 | 628 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 395 | 624 |
Nearby Villages of Ashanahar
Ashanahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Chapki | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Sawara | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Rajasari | North | 3.23 km |
| Bachara | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Chapaki | West | 4.12 km |
| Satabahani | South | 4.33 km |
| Babhani | East | 4.46 km |
| Duba | North-East | 4.61 km |
| Barawa Tola | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Nadhira | North-West | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashanahar
Ashanahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 135.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Ashanahar is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Ashanahar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashanahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashanahar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ashanahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashanahar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ashanahar
Where is Ashanahar located?
Ashanahar village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashanahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashanahar is Asanahar.
What is the pincode of Ashanahar?
The pincode of Ashanahar is 231223.
What is the population of Ashanahar?
Ashanahar has a total population of 2,043, including 1,023 males and 1,020 females.
How many households are there in Ashanahar?
There are 396 households in Ashanahar.
What is the literacy rate in Ashanahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashanahar is 50.12%. Male literacy is 61.39% and female literacy is 38.82%.