Ashtur
Ashtur is a village located in Loha tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Loha (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Ashtur village is also a gram panchayat.
Ashtur has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 Ashtur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ashtur is 545294. The village spans a total geographical area of 1021.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431708. Loha is nearest town to Ashtur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ashtur 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 Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ashtur
Population of Ashtur
Below is a concise population overview of Ashtur 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 | 3,328 | 1,707 | 1,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 255 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 296 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,065 | 1,207 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,263 | 500 | 763 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ashtur village:
- The total population of Ashtur village is around 3,328, including approximately 1,707 males and 1,621 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 467 children aged 0–6 years in Ashtur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ashtur village has 602 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ashtur village is about 62.05%, with male literacy at 70.71% and female literacy at 52.93%.
- There are around 610 households in Ashtur village.
Connectivity of Ashtur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ashtur. As per the 2011 stats, Ashtur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ashtur
Knowing the nearby villages of Ashtur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ashtur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ashtur
- Where is Ashtur located?
- Ashtur village is situated in Loha Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ashtur?
- Ashtur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ashtur?
- The pincode of Ashtur is 431708, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ashtur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ashtur is 3,328, with 1,707 males and 1,621 females.
- How many households are there in Ashtur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ashtur village has a total of 610 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ashtur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashtur is 62.05%. The male literacy rate is 70.71%, while the female literacy rate is 52.93%.