Ashtongu
Ashtongu is a village located in Bandipora tehsil of Bandipore district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 14km away from Bandipore, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Ashtongu village.
Here you can discover what makes Ashtongu unique in its vibrant Bandipora-Bandipore region. You’ll see Ashtongu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ashtongu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ashtongu is 002748. The village spans a total geographical area of 245.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193502. Bandipora is nearest town to Ashtongu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Ashtongu
Population of Ashtongu
According to the 2011 Census, Ashtongu has a total population of about 4,074, with approximately 2,122 males and 1,952 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 639 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.20%, with male literacy at about 66.78% and female literacy near 48.87%. There are around 601 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ashtongu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,074 | 2,122 | 1,952 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 639 | 326 | 313 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 10 | 1 |
Literate Population | 2,371 | 1,417 | 954 |
Illiterate Population | 1,703 | 705 | 998 |
Connectivity of Ashtongu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ashtongu. As per the 2011 stats, Ashtongu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ashtongu
Knowing the nearby villages of Ashtongu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ashtongu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ashtongu
- Where is Ashtongu located?
- Ashtongu village is situated in Bandipora Tehsil, within the Bandipore district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Ashtongu?
- The pincode of Ashtongu is 193502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ashtongu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ashtongu is 4,074, with 2,122 males and 1,952 females.
- How many households are there in Ashtongu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ashtongu village has a total of 601 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ashtongu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashtongu is 58.20%. The male literacy rate is 66.78%, while the female literacy rate is 48.87%.