Astaria
Astaria is a village located in Barwaha tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Barwaha (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Machalpura Khur is the gram panchayat of Astaria village.
Astaria has its own place in the vibrant Khargone region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Astaria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Astaria is 476672. The village spans a total geographical area of 358.32 hectares. Barwaha is nearest town to Astaria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Astaria 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 Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Astaria
Population of Astaria
Below is a concise population overview of Astaria as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 752 | 385 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 187 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 298 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 87 | 201 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Astaria village:
- The total population of Astaria village is around 752, including approximately 385 males and 367 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Astaria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Astaria village has 345 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Astaria village is about 61.70%, with male literacy at 77.40% and female literacy at 45.23%.
- There are around 169 households in Astaria village.
Connectivity of Astaria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Astaria. As per the 2011 stats, Astaria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Astaria
Knowing the nearby villages of Astaria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Astaria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Astaria
- Where is Astaria located?
- Astaria village is situated in Barwaha Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Astaria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Astaria is Machalpura Khur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Astaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Astaria is 752, with 385 males and 367 females.
- How many households are there in Astaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Astaria village has a total of 169 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Astaria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Astaria is 61.70%. The male literacy rate is 77.40%, while the female literacy rate is 45.23%.