Asapur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Asapur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from Sarisha and around 44 km from Alipore. Mathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asapur is 334435. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.62 hectares and falls under the 743513 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Asapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asapur
According to the 2011 Census, Asapur village had a total population of 765 people, including 389 males and 376 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.71%, with male literacy at 87.68% and female literacy at 73.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 314.
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 | 765 | 389 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 154 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 313 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 76 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Asapur
Asapur 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 Asapur
Asapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Asapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Asapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Asapur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asapur 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 Asapur
Where is Asapur located?
Asapur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Asapur is Mathur.
What is the pincode of Asapur?
The pincode of Asapur is 743513.
What is the population of Asapur?
Asapur had a total population of 765, including 389 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Asapur?
Asapur had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asapur was 80.71%. Male literacy was 87.68% and female literacy was 73.47%.