Ashta Kasar - Lohara, Dharashiv
Ashta Kasar is a village situated in the Lohara tehsil of Dharashiv district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Lohara and around 62 km from Osmanabad. Astakasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashta Kasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashta Kasar is 561673. The village covers a total geographical area of 2200 hectares and falls under the 413605 pincode. Umranga is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ashta Kasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ashta Kasar
As per Census 2011, Ashta Kasar village has a total population of 6,190 people, consisting of 3,168 males and 3,022 females. The village has 1,372 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 766 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,326 literate and 1,864 illiterate residents. Additionally, 775 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashta Kasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,190 | 3,168 | 3,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 766 | 399 | 367 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 775 | 397 | 378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 4,326 | 2,451 | 1,875 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,864 | 717 | 1,147 |
Nearby Villages of Ashta Kasar
Ashta Kasar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolnur Pandari | North | 3.38 km |
| Indiranagar | West | 4.72 km |
| Borgaon | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Dastapur | North | 5.02 km |
| Hangarga (nal) | West | 5.40 km |
| Tugaon | North-East | 5.56 km |
| Salgara Tatar | South | 5.63 km |
| Jalkot | North-West | 5.82 km |
| Achaler | South | 6.73 km |
| Bhosga | North | 6.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashta Kasar
Ashta Kasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagansur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umranga to Ashta Kasar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Osmanabad to Ashta Kasar is about 62 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 Ashta Kasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashta Kasar 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 Ashta Kasar
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 Kasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ashta Kasar
Where is Ashta Kasar located?
Ashta Kasar village is located in Lohara Tehsil, Dharashiv district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashta Kasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashta Kasar is Astakasar.
What is the pincode of Ashta Kasar?
The pincode of Ashta Kasar is 413605.
What is the population of Ashta Kasar?
Ashta Kasar has a total population of 6,190, including 3,168 males and 3,022 females.
How many households are there in Ashta Kasar?
There are 1,372 households in Ashta Kasar.
What is the literacy rate in Ashta Kasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashta Kasar is 69.89%. Male literacy is 77.37% and female literacy is 62.05%.