Astha
Astha is a village located in Bengabad subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Bengabad (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Karnpura is the gram panchayat of Astha village.
Here you can discover what makes Astha unique in its vibrant Bengabad-Giridih region. You’ll see Astha’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 Astha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Astha is 351721. The village spans a total geographical area of 41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815312. Bengabad is nearest town to Astha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Astha 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 Gandey Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Astha
Population of Astha
According to the 2011 Census, Astha has a total population of about 28, with approximately 13 males and 15 females. The sex ratio is around 1153 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 85.71%, with male literacy at about 92.31% and female literacy near 80.00%. There are around 5 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Astha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Connectivity of Astha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Astha. As per the 2011 stats, Astha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Astha
Knowing the nearby villages of Astha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Astha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Astha
- Where is Astha located?
- Astha village is situated in Bengabad Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Astha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Astha is Karnpura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Astha?
- The pincode of Astha is 815312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Astha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Astha is 28, with 13 males and 15 females.
- How many households are there in Astha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Astha village has a total of 5 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Astha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Astha is 85.71%. The male literacy rate is 92.31%, while the female literacy rate is 80.00%.