Asta - Manora, Jashpur
Asta is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Aasta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asta is 433909. The village covers a total geographical area of 896.14 hectares and falls under the 496330 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Asta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asta
As per Census 2011, Asta village has a total population of 2,125 people, consisting of 1,124 males and 1,001 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,589 literate and 536 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,421 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,125 | 1,124 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 138 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 100 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,421 | 722 | 699 |
| Literate Population | 1,589 | 900 | 689 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 224 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Asta
Asta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mado | North | 2.41 km |
| Harra Dipa | South | 2.87 km |
| Andhala | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Gowaru | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Budhgaon | East | 3.45 km |
| Benjora | West | 3.47 km |
| Litim | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Khamhli | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Karadari | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Saraidih | East | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asta
Asta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Asta is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Asta
Where is Asta located?
Asta village is located in Manora Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asta?
The Gram Panchayat of Asta is Aasta.
What is the pincode of Asta?
The pincode of Asta is 496330.
What is the population of Asta?
Asta has a total population of 2,125, including 1,124 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Asta?
There are 460 households in Asta.
What is the literacy rate in Asta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asta is 74.78%. Male literacy is 80.07% and female literacy is 68.83%.