Ashtur - Loha, Nanded
Ashtur is a village situated in the Loha tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Loha and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Ashtur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashtur is 545294. The village covers a total geographical area of 1021.41 hectares and falls under the 431708 pincode. Loha is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ashtur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashtur
As per Census 2011, Ashtur village has a total population of 3,328 people, consisting of 1,707 males and 1,621 females. The village has 610 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,065 literate and 1,263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 602 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashtur are given below:
| Category | 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,065 | 1,207 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,263 | 500 | 763 |
Nearby Villages of Ashtur
Ashtur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mutkhed | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Ramtirth | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Sipegaon | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Umra | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Deola Tanda | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Nagarwadi | South | 3.27 km |
| Lavhral | South | 3.28 km |
| Risangaon | East | 3.31 km |
| Tambulgaon | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Khoras | North | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashtur
Public transport in the Ashtur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gangakher, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Loha to Ashtur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Ashtur is about 67 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 Ashtur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashtur 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 Ashtur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashtur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ashtur
Where is Ashtur located?
Ashtur village is located in Loha Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashtur?
Ashtur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashtur?
The pincode of Ashtur is 431708.
What is the population of Ashtur?
Ashtur has a total population of 3,328, including 1,707 males and 1,621 females.
How many households are there in Ashtur?
There are 610 households in Ashtur.
What is the literacy rate in Ashtur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashtur is 62.05%. Male literacy is 70.71% and female literacy is 52.93%.