Ashta

Ashta is a village located in Mahoor tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mahoor (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Ashta village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Ashta unique in its vibrant Mahoor-Nanded 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 544119. The village spans a total geographical area of 948.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431721. Kinwat is nearest town to Ashta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km 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 Kinwat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ashta

According to the 2011 Census, Ashta has a total population of about 1,592, with approximately 850 males and 742 females. The sex ratio is around 872 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 338 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 244. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.30%, with male literacy at about 80.00% and female literacy near 63.48%. There are around 388 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,592 850 742
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 158 74 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) 338 181 157
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 244 123 121
Literate Population 1,151 680 471
Illiterate Population 441 170 271

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 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 Mahoor Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashta?
Ashta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ashta?
The pincode of Ashta is 431721, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ashta is 1,592, with 850 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ashta village has a total of 388 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashta is 72.30%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 63.48%.