Ashti - Tumsar, Bhandara
Ashti is a village situated in the Tumsar tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumsar and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Ashti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashti is 536656. The village covers a total geographical area of 987.79 hectares and falls under the 441907 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Ashti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ashti
As per Census 2011, Ashti village has a total population of 4,783 people, consisting of 2,399 males and 2,384 females. The village has 1,024 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 530 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,391 literate and 1,392 illiterate residents. Additionally, 459 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,783 | 2,399 | 2,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 274 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 241 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 3,391 | 1,868 | 1,523 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,392 | 531 | 861 |
Nearby Villages of Ashti
Ashti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bonkatta | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Nakadongari | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Rajapur | South | 2.64 km |
| Anjan Bihari | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Bamhani | North | 3.01 km |
| Lobhi | West | 3.49 km |
| Pathari | East | 3.73 km |
| Chitewani | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Pipartola(hamesha) | North | 4.14 km |
| Sitalgarh(hamesha) | North-East | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashti
Ashti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dongri Buzurg, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tumsar to Ashti is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Ashti is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashti 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ashti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ashti
Where is Ashti located?
Ashti village is located in Tumsar Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashti?
Ashti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashti?
The pincode of Ashti is 441907.
What is the population of Ashti?
Ashti has a total population of 4,783, including 2,399 males and 2,384 females.
How many households are there in Ashti?
There are 1,024 households in Ashti.
What is the literacy rate in Ashti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashti is 70.90%. Male literacy is 77.87% and female literacy is 63.88%.