Askaran
About Askaran
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Askaran village is 319957. Askaran village is located in Galsi Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.6km away from sub-district headquarter Galsi. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Askaran village. As per 2009 stats, Kurkuba is the gram panchayat of Askaran village.
The total geographical area of village is 64.8 hectares. Askaran has a total population of 1,107 peoples, out of which male population is 558 while female population is 549. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 983 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of askaran village is 78.14% out of which 82.26% males and 73.95% females are literate. There are about 255 houses in askaran village. Pincode of askaran village locality is 713406.
When it comes to administration, Askaran village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Askaran village comes under Galsi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency. Burdwan is nearest town to askaran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Askaran
The population details of Askaran cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,107 | 558 | 549 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 865 | 459 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 99 | 143 |
Connectivity of Askaran
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Askaran
Where is Askaran located?
Askaran village is situated in Galsi Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Askaran?
The Gram Panchayat of Askaran is Kurkuba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Askaran?
The pincode of Askaran is 713406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Askaran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Askaran is 1,107, with 558 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Askaran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Askaran village has a total of 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Askaran as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Askaran is 78.14%. The male literacy rate is 82.26%, while the female literacy rate is 73.95%.