Asta - Sona Rai Tharhi, Deoghar
Asta is a village situated in the Sona Rai Tharhi subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Deoghar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Brahmotara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asta is 354031. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 814150 pincode.
Asta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Asta
Asta is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Asur Bandha | East | 0.71 km |
| Pachrukhi | South-West | 0.76 km |
| Chhota Mohanpur | South | 1.11 km |
| Dhawatanr | West | 1.66 km |
| Sundri | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Sonaraythari | East | 1.82 km |
| Dasmariya | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Dhanwe | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Bhatdih | West | 2.40 km |
| Jaria | South | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asta
Public transport in the Asta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghormara, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Asta
Where is Asta located?
Asta village is located in Sona Rai Tharhi Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asta?
The Gram Panchayat of Asta is Brahmotara.
What is the pincode of Asta?
The pincode of Asta is 814150.