Asafnagar Grunt - Hardwar, Haridwar
Asafnagar Grunt is a village situated in the Hardwar tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Hardwar and around 20 km from Hardwar (rosanabad). Kota Murad Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asafnagar Grunt village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asafnagar Grunt is 056646. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.6 hectares and falls under the 249401 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Asafnagar Grunt 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 Jwalapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asafnagar Grunt
According to the 2011 Census, Asafnagar Grunt village had a total population of 609 people, including 321 males and 288 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.25%, with male literacy at 62.36% and female literacy at 49.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 609 | 321 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 164 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 157 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Asafnagar Grunt
Asafnagar Grunt 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 Asafnagar Grunt
Asafnagar Grunt is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Asafnagar Grunt.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Asafnagar Grunt is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar (rosanabad) to Asafnagar Grunt is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asafnagar Grunt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asafnagar Grunt 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 Asafnagar Grunt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asafnagar Grunt 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 Asafnagar Grunt
Where is Asafnagar Grunt located?
Asafnagar Grunt village is located in Hardwar Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asafnagar Grunt?
The Gram Panchayat of Asafnagar Grunt is Kota Murad Nagar.
What is the pincode of Asafnagar Grunt?
The pincode of Asafnagar Grunt is 249401.
What is the population of Asafnagar Grunt?
Asafnagar Grunt had a total population of 609, including 321 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Asafnagar Grunt?
Asafnagar Grunt had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asafnagar Grunt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asafnagar Grunt was 56.25%. Male literacy was 62.36% and female literacy was 49.36%.