Askola
About Askola
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Askola village is 340436. Askola village is located in Gopiballavpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Gopiballavpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Askola village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Nota is the gram panchayat of Askola village.
The total geographical area of village is 240.83 hectares. Askola has a total population of 1,564 peoples, out of which male population is 796 while female population is 768. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 964 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of askola village is 69.50% out of which 74.37% males and 64.45% females are literate. There are about 337 houses in askola village. Pincode of askola village locality is 721517.
When it comes to administration, Askola village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Askola village comes under Nayagram Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency. Jhargram is nearest town to askola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
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Population of Askola
The population details of Askola cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,564 | 796 | 768 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 165 | 83 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 318 | 152 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,087 | 592 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 204 | 273 |
Connectivity of Askola
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Askola
Where is Askola located?
Askola village is situated in Gopiballavpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Askola?
The Gram Panchayat of Askola is Nota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Askola?
The pincode of Askola is 721517, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Askola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Askola is 1,564, with 796 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Askola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Askola village has a total of 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Askola as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Askola is 69.50%. The male literacy rate is 74.37%, while the female literacy rate is 64.45%.