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
According to the 2011 Census, Ashui village had a total population of 287 people, including 135 males and 152 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.87%, with male literacy at 92.37% and female literacy at 82.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 287 | 135 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 287, including 135 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Ashui?
Ashui had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashui was 86.87%. Male literacy was 92.37% and female literacy was 82.27%.