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.

Ashtongu has its own place in the vibrant Bandipore 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 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.

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Population of Ashtongu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Ashtongu village is around 4,074, including approximately 2,122 males and 1,952 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 639 children aged 0–6 years in Ashtongu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ashtongu village has 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ashtongu village is about 58.20%, with male literacy at 66.78% and female literacy at 48.87%.
  • There are around 601 households in Ashtongu village.

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)
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.

Sonagam Murad Pora Quil Muqam Malangam Aloosa Kunas Qazipora Patushi Zurbaf Pora Wata Konan Baba Gund Arin Dard Pora Sumlar Shok Baba

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%.