Astikala
Astikala is a village located in Kalameshwar tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kalameshwar (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Ashtikala is the gram panchayat of Astikala village.
Astikala has its own place in the vibrant Nagpur 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 Astikala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Astikala is 535189. The village spans a total geographical area of 526.27 hectares. Kalameshwar is nearest town to Astikala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Astikala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Savner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramtek Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Astikala
Population of Astikala
Below is a concise population overview of Astikala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 752 | 391 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 154 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 301 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 90 | 123 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Astikala village:
- The total population of Astikala village is around 752, including approximately 391 males and 361 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Astikala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Astikala village has 285 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Astikala village is about 71.68%, with male literacy at 76.98% and female literacy at 65.93%.
- There are around 188 households in Astikala village.
Connectivity of Astikala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Astikala. As per the 2011 stats, Astikala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Astikala
Knowing the nearby villages of Astikala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Astikala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Astikala
- Where is Astikala located?
- Astikala village is situated in Kalameshwar Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Astikala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Astikala is Ashtikala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Astikala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Astikala is 752, with 391 males and 361 females.
- How many households are there in Astikala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Astikala village has a total of 188 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Astikala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Astikala is 71.68%. The male literacy rate is 76.98%, while the female literacy rate is 65.93%.