Asankhat

Asankhat is a village located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Lansdowne (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Asankhet is the gram panchayat of Asankhat village.

Here you can discover what makes Asankhat unique in its vibrant Lansdowne-Garhwal region. You’ll see Asankhat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Asankhat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Asankhat is 047440. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246155. Lansdowne is nearest town to Asankhat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

When it comes to local governance, Asankhat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Asankhat

According to the 2011 Census, Asankhat has a total population of about 136, with approximately 59 males and 77 females. The sex ratio is around 1305 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.32%, with male literacy at about 79.66% and female literacy near 64.94%. There are around 34 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Asankhat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 136 59 77
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 16 8 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 2 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 97 47 50
Illiterate Population 39 12 27

Connectivity of Asankhat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Asankhat. As per the 2011 stats, Asankhat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Asankhat

Knowing the nearby villages of Asankhat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Asankhat.

Frequently Asked Questions about Asankhat

Where is Asankhat located?

Asankhat village is situated in Lansdowne Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Asankhat?

The Gram Panchayat of Asankhat is Asankhet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Asankhat?

The pincode of Asankhat is 246155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Asankhat as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Asankhat is 136, with 59 males and 77 females.

How many households are there in Asankhat as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Asankhat village has a total of 34 households.

What is the literacy rate in Asankhat as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asankhat is 71.32%. The male literacy rate is 79.66%, while the female literacy rate is 64.94%.