Ashta
Ashta is a village located in Nagpur Rural tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Nagpur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Astha is the gram panchayat of Ashta village.
Here you can discover what makes Ashta unique in its vibrant Nagpur Rural-Nagpur 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 535964. The village spans a total geographical area of 538.67 hectares. Nagpur is nearest town to Ashta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ashta 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 Hingna 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 Ashta
Population of Ashta
According to the 2011 Census, Ashta has a total population of about 868, with approximately 440 males and 428 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 97 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 133. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.39%, with male literacy at about 78.18% and female literacy near 68.46%. There are around 211 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 | 868 | 440 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 344 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 96 | 135 |
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 - 10 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 Nagpur Rural Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ashta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ashta is Astha (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 868, with 440 males and 428 females.
- How many households are there in Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ashta village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashta is 73.39%. The male literacy rate is 78.18%, while the female literacy rate is 68.46%.