Astagaon
Astagaon is a village located in Parner tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Parner (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Astagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Astagaon has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar 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 Astagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Astagaon is 558382. The village spans a total geographical area of 1580.88 hectares. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Astagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Astagaon 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 Parner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Astagaon
Population of Astagaon
Below is a concise population overview of Astagaon 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 | 1,695 | 869 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 101 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 703 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 166 | 278 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Astagaon village:
- The total population of Astagaon village is around 1,695, including approximately 869 males and 826 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 174 children aged 0–6 years in Astagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Astagaon village has 134 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 63 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Astagaon village is about 73.81%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 66.34%.
- There are around 401 households in Astagaon village.
Connectivity of Astagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Astagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Astagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Astagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Astagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Astagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Astagaon
- Where is Astagaon located?
- Astagaon village is situated in Parner Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Astagaon?
- Astagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Astagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Astagaon is 1,695, with 869 males and 826 females.
- How many households are there in Astagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Astagaon village has a total of 401 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Astagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Astagaon is 73.81%. The male literacy rate is 80.90%, while the female literacy rate is 66.34%.