Asanbani - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Asanbani is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Tapshia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asanbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asanbani is 340441. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.28 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Asanbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asanbani
According to the 2011 Census, Asanbani village had a total population of 236 people, including 134 males and 102 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 761 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.06%, with male literacy at 90.24% and female literacy at 51.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 217.
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 | 236 | 134 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 121 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 111 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 23 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Asanbani
Asanbani 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 Asanbani
Asanbani 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Asanbani is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asanbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asanbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Asanbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asanbani 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asanbani
Where is Asanbani located?
Asanbani village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asanbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Asanbani is Tapshia.
What is the pincode of Asanbani?
The pincode of Asanbani is 721506.
What is the population of Asanbani?
Asanbani had a total population of 236, including 134 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Asanbani?
Asanbani had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asanbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asanbani was 74.06%. Male literacy was 90.24% and female literacy was 51.69%.