Asaneswar (Asan Bani) - Gopiballavpur - I, Jhargram
Asaneswar (Asan Bani) is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Shashrha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asaneswar (Asan Bani) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asaneswar (Asan Bani) is 340664. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.36 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Asaneswar (Asan Bani) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Asaneswar (Asan Bani)
According to the 2011 Census, Asaneswar (Asan Bani) village had a total population of 1,458 people, including 734 males and 724 females, living in 320 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.89%, with male literacy at 59.42% and female literacy at 42.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,056.
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 | 1,458 | 734 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 113 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,056 | 516 | 540 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 632 | 369 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 826 | 365 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Asaneswar (Asan Bani)
Asaneswar (Asan Bani) 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 Asaneswar (Asan Bani)
Asaneswar (Asan Bani) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Baripada to Asaneswar (Asan Bani) is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asaneswar (Asan Bani)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asaneswar (Asan Bani) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asaneswar (Asan Bani)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asaneswar (Asan Bani) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asaneswar (Asan Bani)
Where is Asaneswar (Asan Bani) located?
Asaneswar (Asan Bani) village is located in Gopiballavpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asaneswar (Asan Bani)?
The Gram Panchayat of Asaneswar (Asan Bani) is Shashrha.
What is the pincode of Asaneswar (Asan Bani)?
The pincode of Asaneswar (Asan Bani) is 721506.
What is the population of Asaneswar (Asan Bani)?
Asaneswar (Asan Bani) had a total population of 1,458, including 734 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Asaneswar (Asan Bani)?
Asaneswar (Asan Bani) had 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asaneswar (Asan Bani)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asaneswar (Asan Bani) was 50.89%. Male literacy was 59.42% and female literacy was 42.35%.