Ashiv - Ausa, Latur
Ashiv is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Ashiv village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashiv is 560694. The village covers a total geographical area of 2447 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ashiv village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashiv
As per Census 2011, Ashiv village has a total population of 6,018 people, consisting of 3,077 males and 2,941 females. The village has 1,333 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 711 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,906 literate and 2,112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashiv are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,018 | 3,077 | 2,941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 711 | 381 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,160 | 574 | 586 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,906 | 2,190 | 1,716 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,112 | 887 | 1,225 |
Nearby Villages of Ashiv
Ashiv 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatagali | South | 3.79 km |
| Chincholi Kajale | North | 4.48 km |
| Wangji | East | 4.48 km |
| Kamalpur | West | 5.80 km |
| Ujani | North-West | 5.95 km |
| Matola | East | 6.11 km |
| Tavshitad | North-East | 6.28 km |
| Kasti Bk. | South | 6.53 km |
| Kakaspur | West | 7.24 km |
| Kawali | East | 7.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashiv
Public transport in the Ashiv is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ausa Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.9 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 Ausa to Ashiv is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Ashiv is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashiv
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashiv village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ashiv
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashiv village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ashiv
Where is Ashiv located?
Ashiv village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashiv?
Ashiv is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashiv?
The pincode of Ashiv is 413520.
What is the population of Ashiv?
Ashiv has a total population of 6,018, including 3,077 males and 2,941 females.
How many households are there in Ashiv?
There are 1,333 households in Ashiv.
What is the literacy rate in Ashiv?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashiv is 64.91%. Male literacy is 71.17% and female literacy is 58.35%.