Ashena - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Ashena is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 52 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Asena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashena is 042910. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.8 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Ashena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashena
According to the 2011 Census, Ashena village had a total population of 103 people, including 49 males and 54 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.42%, with male literacy at 86.05% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 103 | 49 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 12 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Ashena
Ashena 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padagali May Ghotiwali | North | 1.58 km |
| Tipri | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Sagadiya | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Ashgarh | East | 1.83 km |
| Pipola | West | 1.94 km |
| Molno Maya Paukhal | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Nanuwa | North | 2.55 km |
| Kwanli | South | 2.96 km |
| Bartiyakhund | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Doni Valunda | East | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashena
Public transport in the Ashena is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Ashena is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ashena is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ashena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ashena
Where is Ashena located?
Ashena village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashena?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashena is Asena.
What is the pincode of Ashena?
The pincode of Ashena is 249155.
What is the population of Ashena?
Ashena had a total population of 103, including 49 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Ashena?
Ashena had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashena was 77.42%. Male literacy was 86.05% and female literacy was 70.00%.