Asta - Palojori, Deoghar
Asta is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Dudhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asta is 355376. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode.
Asta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asta
According to the 2011 Census, Asta village had a total population of 961 people, including 504 males and 457 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.74%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 44.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 191.
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 | 961 | 504 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 105 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 107 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 294 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 210 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Asta
Asta 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 Asta
Public transport in the Asta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Asta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Asta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asta 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 Asta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asta
Where is Asta located?
Asta village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asta?
The Gram Panchayat of Asta is Dudhani.
What is the pincode of Asta?
The pincode of Asta is 814146.
What is the population of Asta?
Asta had a total population of 961, including 504 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Asta?
Asta had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asta was 59.74%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 44.32%.