Ashui - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Ashui is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Beliabera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashui is 340512. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.47 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Ashui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Ashui
As per Census 2011, Ashui village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 135 males and 152 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashui are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 135 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 109 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 26 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Ashui
Ashui 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 Ashui
Ashui 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 Ashui is about 47 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 Ashui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashui 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 Ashui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashui 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 Ashui
Where is Ashui located?
Ashui village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashui?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashui is Beliabera.
What is the pincode of Ashui?
The pincode of Ashui is 721517.
What is the population of Ashui?
Ashui has a total population of 287, including 135 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Ashui?
There are 67 households in Ashui.
What is the literacy rate in Ashui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashui is 78.40%. Male literacy is 80.74% and female literacy is 76.32%.