Ashapur - Pindra, Varanasi
Ashapur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. Bhagwanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashapur is 208830. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.8 hectares and falls under the 221002 pincode.
Ashapur 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 Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ashapur village had a total population of 316 people, including 171 males and 145 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.69%, with male literacy at 95.86% and female literacy at 80.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 316 | 171 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 139 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 32 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Ashapur
Ashapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirzapur | South | 0.65 km |
| Bisunpur | North-West | 0.66 km |
| Sikandarpur | North-East | 0.71 km |
| Indalpur | South-East | 0.93 km |
| Wazidpur | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Bahoripur | North | 1.04 km |
| Ramsinghpur | West | 1.05 km |
| Bajhiya | North | 1.06 km |
| Bhagwanpur | East | 1.14 km |
| Bhelkha | South | 1.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashapur
Ashapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Birapatti, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Ashapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashapur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ashapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ashapur
Where is Ashapur located?
Ashapur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ashapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashapur is Bhagwanpur.
What is the pincode of Ashapur?
The pincode of Ashapur is 221002.
What is the population of Ashapur?
Ashapur had a total population of 316, including 171 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Ashapur?
Ashapur had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashapur was 88.69%. Male literacy was 95.86% and female literacy was 80.62%.