Asurali - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Asurali is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.4 km from Sarisha and around 40.8 km from Alipore. Khorda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asurali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asurali is 334440. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.08 hectares and falls under the 743513 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Asurali 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 Asurali
According to the 2011 Census, Asurali village had a total population of 2,455 people, including 1,242 males and 1,213 females, living in 553 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.94%, with male literacy at 87.32% and female literacy at 74.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,297, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,455 | 1,242 | 1,213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 106 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,297 | 659 | 638 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,809 | 992 | 817 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 250 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Asurali
Asurali 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 Asurali
Asurali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Asurali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Asurali is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Asurali is about 40.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asurali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asurali 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 Asurali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asurali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asurali
Where is Asurali located?
Asurali village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asurali?
The Gram Panchayat of Asurali is Khorda.
What is the pincode of Asurali?
The pincode of Asurali is 743513.
What is the population of Asurali?
Asurali had a total population of 2,455, including 1,242 males and 1,213 females.
How many households are there in Asurali?
Asurali had 553 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asurali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asurali was 80.94%. Male literacy was 87.32% and female literacy was 74.34%.