Ashti - Hadgaon, Nanded
Ashti is a village situated in the Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hadgaon and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Ashti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashti is 544600. The village covers a total geographical area of 1790.95 hectares and falls under the 431712 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Ashti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashti
As per Census 2011, Ashti village has a total population of 3,641 people, consisting of 1,895 males and 1,746 females. The village has 778 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 465 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,357 literate and 1,284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 841 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,641 | 1,895 | 1,746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 251 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 841 | 443 | 398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,357 | 1,363 | 994 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,284 | 532 | 752 |
Nearby Villages of Ashti
Ashti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Walki Bk | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Watphali | East | 3.45 km |
| Borgaon (tamsa) | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Kandli (kh) | East | 3.51 km |
| Dhanora (tamsa) | North | 3.80 km |
| Takarala | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Kopra | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Walki(kh) | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Lingapur | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Moregaon | South-East | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashti
Public transport in the Ashti is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hadgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hadgoan to Ashti is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Ashti is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ashti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashti 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 Ashti
Where is Ashti located?
Ashti village is located in Hadgaon Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashti?
Ashti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashti?
The pincode of Ashti is 431712.
What is the population of Ashti?
Ashti has a total population of 3,641, including 1,895 males and 1,746 females.
How many households are there in Ashti?
There are 778 households in Ashti.
What is the literacy rate in Ashti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashti is 64.73%. Male literacy is 71.93% and female literacy is 56.93%.