Asua - Pandua, Hooghly
Asua is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from Pandua and around 31 km from Chinsura. Lchhobadaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asua is 324885. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.53 hectares and falls under the 712146 pincode. Basberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Asua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asua
As per Census 2011, Asua village has a total population of 626 people, consisting of 329 males and 297 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 440 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 626 | 329 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 124 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 255 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 74 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Asua
Asua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anch Gari | East | 0.88 km |
| Acharpara | South | 1.02 km |
| Balarampur | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Baikunthapur | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Pathar Ghata | North | 1.60 km |
| Suye | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Rameswar | East | 1.77 km |
| Depara | South | 1.86 km |
| Jamgram | West | 1.90 km |
| Muktikri | South-East | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asua
Asua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Pundooah, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.9 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basberia to Asua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Asua is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asua 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 Asua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asua 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asua
Where is Asua located?
Asua village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asua?
The Gram Panchayat of Asua is Lchhobadaspur.
What is the pincode of Asua?
The pincode of Asua is 712146.
What is the population of Asua?
Asua has a total population of 626, including 329 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Asua?
There are 125 households in Asua.
What is the literacy rate in Asua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asua is 70.29%. Male literacy is 77.51% and female literacy is 62.29%.