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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Astamba Forest village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 67 males and 73 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Astamba Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Astamba Forest?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 140, including 67 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Astamba Forest?
There are 28 households in Astamba Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Astamba Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Astamba Forest is 26.43%. Male literacy is 29.85% and female literacy is 23.29%.