Asui - Gopiballavpur - I, Jhargram
Asui is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Saria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asui is 340719. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.08 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Asui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asui
As per Census 2011, Asui village has a total population of 1,321 people, consisting of 656 males and 665 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 819 literate and 502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 607 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asui are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,321 | 656 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 72 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 308 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 59 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 819 | 469 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 187 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Asui
Asui 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 Asui
Asui is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Asui is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asui village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asui
Where is Asui located?
Asui village is located in Gopiballavpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asui?
The Gram Panchayat of Asui is Saria.
What is the pincode of Asui?
The pincode of Asui is 721506.
What is the population of Asui?
Asui has a total population of 1,321, including 656 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Asui?
There are 266 households in Asui.
What is the literacy rate in Asui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asui is 62.00%. Male literacy is 71.49% and female literacy is 52.63%.