Ashta

Ashta is a village located in Pombhurna tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Pombhurna (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Ashta village is also a gram panchayat.

Ashta has its own place in the vibrant Chandrapur 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 Ashta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ashta is 541504. The village spans a total geographical area of 476.34 hectares. Mul is nearest town to Ashta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.

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Population of Ashta

Below is a concise population overview of Ashta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 700 370 330
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 40 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 114 61 53
Literate Population 437 252 185
Illiterate Population 263 118 145

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ashta village:

  • The total population of Ashta village is around 700, including approximately 370 males and 330 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Ashta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ashta village has 114 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ashta village is about 62.43%, with male literacy at 68.11% and female literacy at 56.06%.
  • There are around 179 households in Ashta village.

Connectivity of Ashta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ashta. As per the 2011 stats, Ashta 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ashta

Knowing the nearby villages of Ashta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ashta.

Kawit Bodi Dewai Bhatari Kemara Chak Pombhurna Chak Ashta Chak Chintaldhaba No 1 Chak Chintaldhaba No 2 Sonapur Sonapur Rith Chak Ballarpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Ashta

Where is Ashta located?
Ashta village is situated in Pombhurna Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashta?
Ashta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ashta is 700, with 370 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ashta village has a total of 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashta is 62.43%. The male literacy rate is 68.11%, while the female literacy rate is 56.06%.