Ason - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Ason is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Bageshwar and around 35 km from Bageshwar. Ason village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ason is 051240. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.16 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ason 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 Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ason
According to the 2011 Census, Ason village had a total population of 1,331 people, including 646 males and 685 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.90%, with male literacy at 88.07% and female literacy at 53.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310.
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 | 1,331 | 646 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 101 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 166 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 480 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 166 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Ason
Ason 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 Ason
Ason is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Ason is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ason
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ason village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ason
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ason village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ason
Where is Ason located?
Ason village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ason?
Ason is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ason?
The pincode of Ason is 263628.
What is the population of Ason?
Ason had a total population of 1,331, including 646 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Ason?
Ason had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ason?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ason was 69.90%. Male literacy was 88.07% and female literacy was 53.34%.