Ashtangoo - Aloosa, Bandipora
Ashtangoo is a village situated in the Aloosa tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Bandipore and around 14 km from Bandipore. Ashtangoo village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashtangoo is 002748. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.2 hectares and falls under the 193505 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ashtangoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashtangoo
According to the 2011 Census, Ashtangoo village had a total population of 4,074 people, including 2,122 males and 1,952 females, living in 601 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.02%, with male literacy at 78.90% and female literacy at 58.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,074 | 2,122 | 1,952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 639 | 326 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 10 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,371 | 1,417 | 954 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,703 | 705 | 998 |
Nearby Villages of Ashtangoo
Ashtangoo 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 Ashtangoo
Ashtangoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bandipora to Ashtangoo is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipore to Ashtangoo is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashtangoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashtangoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ashtangoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashtangoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ashtangoo
Where is Ashtangoo located?
Ashtangoo village is located in Aloosa Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ashtangoo?
Ashtangoo is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashtangoo?
The pincode of Ashtangoo is 193505.
What is the population of Ashtangoo?
Ashtangoo had a total population of 4,074, including 2,122 males and 1,952 females.
How many households are there in Ashtangoo?
Ashtangoo had 601 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashtangoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashtangoo was 69.02%. Male literacy was 78.90% and female literacy was 58.21%.