Ason - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Ason is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Asson serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ason village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ason is 050629. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.19 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Ason village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote 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 727 people, including 333 males and 394 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 1,183 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.01%, with male literacy at 92.47% and female literacy at 65.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245.
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 | 727 | 333 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 54 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 114 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 258 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 75 | 173 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ason
Where is Ason located?
Ason village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ason?
The Gram Panchayat of Ason is Asson.
What is the pincode of Ason?
The pincode of Ason is 263642.
What is the population of Ason?
Ason had a total population of 727, including 333 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Ason?
Ason had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ason?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ason was 78.01%. Male literacy was 92.47% and female literacy was 65.97%.