Asta - Barghat, Seoni
Asta is a village situated in the Barghat tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barghat and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Asta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asta is 497049. The village covers a total geographical area of 652.92 hectares and falls under the 480667 pincode. Barghat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Asta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asta
As per Census 2011, Asta village has a total population of 3,095 people, consisting of 1,554 males and 1,541 females. The village has 770 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,796 literate and 1,299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 334 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,095 | 1,554 | 1,541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 218 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 334 | 159 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 1,796 | 989 | 807 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,299 | 565 | 734 |
Nearby Villages of Asta
Asta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ankhiwada | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Pipariya | West | 1.88 km |
| Antra | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Agarwada | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Indauri | South | 2.73 km |
| Birholi | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Amurla | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Kalyanpur | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Panwas | West | 3.67 km |
| Sonawani | South-East | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asta
Asta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhoma, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 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 Barghat to Asta is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Asta 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 Asta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asta
Where is Asta located?
Asta village is located in Barghat Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asta?
Asta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asta?
The pincode of Asta is 480667.
What is the population of Asta?
Asta has a total population of 3,095, including 1,554 males and 1,541 females.
How many households are there in Asta?
There are 770 households in Asta.
What is the literacy rate in Asta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asta is 58.03%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 52.37%.