Asfal

Asfal is a village located in Chinsurah Magra subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.2km away from sub-district headquarter Chinsurah (tehsildar office) and 19.8km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Digsuihoyera is the gram panchayat of Asfal village.

Asfal has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Asfal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Asfal is 325045. The village spans a total geographical area of 108.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712148. Bansbaria is nearest town to Asfal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Asfal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Balagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Asfal

Below is a concise population overview of Asfal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 955 473 482
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 82 39 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 512 264 248
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 266 126 140
Literate Population 666 371 295
Illiterate Population 289 102 187

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Asfal village:

  • The total population of Asfal village is around 955, including approximately 473 males and 482 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Asfal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Asfal village has 512 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 266 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Asfal village is about 69.74%, with male literacy at 78.44% and female literacy at 61.20%.
  • There are around 224 households in Asfal village.

Connectivity of Asfal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Asfal. As per the 2011 stats, Asfal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Asfal

Knowing the nearby villages of Asfal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Asfal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Asfal

Where is Asfal located?
Asfal village is situated in Chinsurah Magra Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asfal?
The Gram Panchayat of Asfal is Digsuihoyera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Asfal?
The pincode of Asfal is 712148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Asfal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Asfal is 955, with 473 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Asfal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Asfal village has a total of 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asfal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asfal is 69.74%. The male literacy rate is 78.44%, while the female literacy rate is 61.20%.