Asua - Farakka, Murshidabad
Asua is a village situated in the Farakka subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Beniagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asua is 313817. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.69 hectares and falls under the 742202 pincode. Dhulian is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Asua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asua
According to the 2011 Census, Asua village had a total population of 173 people, including 90 males and 83 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.56%, with male literacy at 65.33% and female literacy at 44.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 49 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 41 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Asua
Asua is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hosenpur | South | 0.76 km |
| Langaldihi Ramnagar | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Sri Rampur | West | 2.56 km |
| Par Suzapur Mandai | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Kashinagar | West | 3.06 km |
| Sahanagar | West | 3.21 km |
| Chauki | West | 3.45 km |
| Suzapur Mandai | East | 3.54 km |
| Kuli | South | 3.61 km |
| Imamnagar | South-West | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asua
The nearest railway station is New Farakka-b-cabin, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhulian to Asua is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Asua
Where is Asua located?
Asua village is located in Farakka Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asua?
The Gram Panchayat of Asua is Beniagram.
What is the pincode of Asua?
The pincode of Asua is 742202.
What is the population of Asua?
Asua had a total population of 173, including 90 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Asua?
Asua had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asua was 55.56%. Male literacy was 65.33% and female literacy was 44.93%.