Asta

Asta is a village located in Tharthari subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Tharthari (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Asta village is also a gram panchayat.

Asta has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Asta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Asta is 244724. The village spans a total geographical area of 340 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 803120. Hilsa is nearest town to Asta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Asta

Below is a concise population overview of Asta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,918 2,548 2,370
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 930 485 445
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,439 766 673
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,248 1,402 846
Illiterate Population 2,670 1,146 1,524

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Asta village:

  • The total population of Asta village is around 4,918, including approximately 2,548 males and 2,370 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 930 children aged 0–6 years in Asta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Asta village has 1,439 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Asta village is about 45.71%, with male literacy at 55.02% and female literacy at 35.70%.
  • There are around 804 households in Asta village.

Connectivity of Asta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Asta. As per the 2011 stats, Asta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Asta

Knowing the nearby villages of Asta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Asta.

Kol Bigha Lakkha Chak Amera Kharij Jama Chhariari Khurd Narari Salempur Diha Milki Shiv Nagar Bazidpur Khirauti Manikpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Asta

Where is Asta located?
Asta village is situated in Tharthari Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asta?
Asta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Asta?
The pincode of Asta is 803120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Asta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Asta is 4,918, with 2,548 males and 2,370 females.
How many households are there in Asta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Asta village has a total of 804 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asta is 45.71%. The male literacy rate is 55.02%, while the female literacy rate is 35.70%.