Ashta
Ashta is a village located in Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Armori (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Kasvi is the gram panchayat of Ashta village.
Here you can discover what makes Ashta unique in its vibrant Armori-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Ashta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ashta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ashta is 538512. The village spans a total geographical area of 426.79 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Ashta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Ashta
Population of Ashta
According to the 2011 Census, Ashta has a total population of about 951, with approximately 476 males and 475 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 106 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 61 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 60. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.98%, with male literacy at about 77.10% and female literacy near 60.84%. There are around 243 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ashta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 | 476 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 367 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 109 | 186 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ashta
- Where is Ashta located?
- Ashta village is situated in Armori Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ashta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ashta is Kasvi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ashta is 951, with 476 males and 475 females.
- How many households are there in Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ashta village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashta is 68.98%. The male literacy rate is 77.10%, while the female literacy rate is 60.84%.