Ashti - Athner, Betul
Ashti is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Asti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashti is 485488. The village covers a total geographical area of 1042.45 hectares and falls under the 460110 pincode. Athner is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ashti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashti
As per Census 2011, Ashti village has a total population of 1,992 people, consisting of 973 males and 1,019 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,006 literate and 986 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,689 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,992 | 973 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 134 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,689 | 815 | 874 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 559 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 414 | 572 |
Nearby Villages of Ashti
Ashti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suki Raiyat | East | 3.30 km |
| Jamapati | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Panbehra | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Mendha Chhindwad | West | 4.25 km |
| Hidli | East | 4.34 km |
| Gondi Ghogra | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Khairi | East | 6.05 km |
| Barkhed | North | 6.05 km |
| Majare Ghogra | North-East | 6.42 km |
| Morand | East | 6.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashti
Ashti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pala, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athner to Ashti is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Ashti is about 47 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 Ashti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashti 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ashti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ashti
Where is Ashti located?
Ashti village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashti?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashti is Asti.
What is the pincode of Ashti?
The pincode of Ashti is 460110.
What is the population of Ashti?
Ashti has a total population of 1,992, including 973 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Ashti?
There are 387 households in Ashti.
What is the literacy rate in Ashti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashti is 50.50%. Male literacy is 57.45% and female literacy is 43.87%.