Astol - Kaprada, Valsad
Astol is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Astol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Astol is 523582. The village covers a total geographical area of 1197.46 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Astol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Astol
As per Census 2011, Astol village has a total population of 2,440 people, consisting of 1,184 males and 1,256 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 513 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 642 literate and 1,798 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,436 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Astol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,440 | 1,184 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 513 | 245 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,436 | 1,182 | 1,254 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 380 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,798 | 804 | 994 |
Nearby Villages of Astol
Astol 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 Astol
Astol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Selvas to Astol is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Astol is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Astol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Astol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Astol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Astol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Astol
Where is Astol located?
Astol village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Astol?
Astol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Astol?
The pincode of Astol is 396067.
What is the population of Astol?
Astol has a total population of 2,440, including 1,184 males and 1,256 females.
How many households are there in Astol?
There are 386 households in Astol.
What is the literacy rate in Astol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Astol is 26.31%. Male literacy is 32.09% and female literacy is 20.86%.