Asta
Asta is a village located in Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Madhupur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Deoghar. As per 2009 stats, Dudhani is the gram panchayat of Asta village.
Here you can discover what makes Asta unique in its vibrant Palojori-Deoghar region. You’ll see Asta’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 Asta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Asta is 355376. The village spans a total geographical area of 84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Palojori is nearest town to Asta village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Asta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dumka Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Asta
Population of Asta
According to the 2011 Census, Asta has a total population of about 961, with approximately 504 males and 457 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 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 191. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.24%, with male literacy at about 58.33% and female literacy near 35.01%. There are around 142 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Asta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 961 | 504 | 457 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 105 | 96 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 107 | 84 |
Literate Population | 454 | 294 | 160 |
Illiterate Population | 507 | 210 | 297 |
Connectivity of Asta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Asta. As per the 2011 stats, Asta 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Asta
Knowing the nearby villages of Asta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Asta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Asta
- Where is Asta located?
- Asta village is situated in Palojori Subdivision, within the Deoghar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Asta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Asta is Dudhani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Asta?
- The pincode of Asta is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Asta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Asta is 961, with 504 males and 457 females.
- How many households are there in Asta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Asta village has a total of 142 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Asta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asta is 47.24%. The male literacy rate is 58.33%, while the female literacy rate is 35.01%.