Astamba Forest - Akrani, Nandurbar
Astamba Forest is a village situated in the Akrani tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 104 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhadgaon and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Astambha Re serves as the Village Panchayat for Astamba Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Astamba Forest is 525283. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 425414 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Astamba Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Astamba Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Astamba Forest village had a total population of 140 people, including 67 males and 73 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.91%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 30.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 47 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Astamba Forest
Astamba Forest is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Astamba Forest
Astamba Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shahade to Astamba Forest is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Astamba Forest 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 Astamba Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Astamba Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Astamba Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Astamba Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Astamba Forest
Where is Astamba Forest located?
Astamba Forest village is located in Akrani Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Astamba Forest?
The Village Panchayat of Astamba Forest is Astambha Re.
What is the pincode of Astamba Forest?
The pincode of Astamba Forest is 425414.
What is the population of Astamba Forest?
Astamba Forest had a total population of 140, including 67 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Astamba Forest?
Astamba Forest had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Astamba Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Astamba Forest was 34.91%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 30.36%.