Astajora - Masalia, Dumka
Astajora is a village situated in the Masalia subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maslia and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Baskidih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Astajora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Astajora is 371989. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.67 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Astajora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Astajora
According to the 2011 Census, Astajora village had a total population of 691 people, including 347 males and 344 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.32%, with male literacy at 78.45% and female literacy at 43.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 403, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 691 | 347 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 200 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 222 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 125 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Astajora
Astajora 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 Astajora
Public transport in the Astajora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Astajora is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Astajora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Astajora 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Astajora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Astajora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Astajora
Where is Astajora located?
Astajora village is located in Masalia Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Astajora?
The Gram Panchayat of Astajora is Baskidih.
What is the pincode of Astajora?
The pincode of Astajora is 814119.
What is the population of Astajora?
Astajora had a total population of 691, including 347 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Astajora?
Astajora had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Astajora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Astajora was 61.32%. Male literacy was 78.45% and female literacy was 43.88%.