Ashatganja - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Ashatganja is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 22.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Hetampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashatganja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashatganja is 318227. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.93 hectares and falls under the 731104 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ashatganja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashatganja
As per Census 2011, Ashatganja village has a total population of 2,878 people, consisting of 1,469 males and 1,409 females. The village has 701 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,851 literate and 1,027 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,510 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashatganja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,878 | 1,469 | 1,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 153 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,510 | 769 | 741 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,851 | 1,075 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,027 | 394 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Ashatganja
Ashatganja 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 Ashatganja
Ashatganja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ashatganja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Ashatganja is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Ashatganja is about 22.1 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 Ashatganja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashatganja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ashatganja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashatganja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ashatganja
Where is Ashatganja located?
Ashatganja village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashatganja?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashatganja is Hetampur.
What is the pincode of Ashatganja?
The pincode of Ashatganja is 731104.
What is the population of Ashatganja?
Ashatganja has a total population of 2,878, including 1,469 males and 1,409 females.
How many households are there in Ashatganja?
There are 701 households in Ashatganja.
What is the literacy rate in Ashatganja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashatganja is 64.32%. Male literacy is 73.18% and female literacy is 55.07%.