Ashta - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Ashta is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Astha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashta is 533330. The village covers a total geographical area of 385 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ashta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashta
As per Census 2011, Ashta village has a total population of 660 people, consisting of 352 males and 308 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 504 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 660 | 352 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 285 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 67 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Ashta
Ashta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadala | East | 2.01 km |
| Sonora Kakde | North | 2.07 km |
| Chincholi | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Zada | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Salabadpur | North | 3.67 km |
| Zadgaon | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Sorta | East | 3.87 km |
| Nijampur | East | 4.06 km |
| Borgaon Nistane | North | 4.30 km |
| Salfal | North-East | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashta
Ashta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talni, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Ashta is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Ashta is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashta 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ashta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ashta
Where is Ashta located?
Ashta village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashta?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashta is Astha.
What is the pincode of Ashta?
The pincode of Ashta is 444709.
What is the population of Ashta?
Ashta has a total population of 660, including 352 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Ashta?
There are 161 households in Ashta.
What is the literacy rate in Ashta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashta is 76.36%. Male literacy is 80.97% and female literacy is 71.10%.