Astariya - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Astariya is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Rajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Astariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Astariya is 506142. The village covers a total geographical area of 890.29 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Astariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Astariya
As per Census 2011, Astariya village has a total population of 1,045 people, consisting of 557 males and 488 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,003 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Astariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,045 | 557 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 119 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,003 | 534 | 469 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 152 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 405 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Astariya
Astariya 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 Astariya
Astariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandhana to Astariya is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Astariya is about 29 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 Astariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Astariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Astariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Astariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Astariya
Where is Astariya located?
Astariya village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Astariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Astariya is Rajpura.
What is the pincode of Astariya?
The pincode of Astariya is 450001.
What is the population of Astariya?
Astariya has a total population of 1,045, including 557 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Astariya?
There are 197 households in Astariya.
What is the literacy rate in Astariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Astariya is 22.30%. Male literacy is 27.29% and female literacy is 16.60%.