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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ashti village had a total population of 3,641 people, including 1,895 males and 1,746 females, living in 778 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.21%, with male literacy at 82.91% and female literacy at 64.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 841, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Ashti?
Ashti is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashti?
The pincode of Ashti is 431712.
What is the population of Ashti?
Ashti had a total population of 3,641, including 1,895 males and 1,746 females.
How many households are there in Ashti?
Ashti had 778 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashti was 74.21%. Male literacy was 82.91% and female literacy was 64.88%.