Askheda - Baglan, Nashik
Askheda is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Askheda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Askheda is 550063. The village covers a total geographical area of 886 hectares and falls under the 423303 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Askheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Askheda
According to the 2011 Census, Askheda village had a total population of 3,346 people, including 1,733 males and 1,613 females, living in 746 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.06%, with male literacy at 86.02% and female literacy at 73.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 995.
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 | 3,346 | 1,733 | 1,613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 238 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 995 | 499 | 496 |
| Literate Population | 2,324 | 1,286 | 1,038 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,022 | 447 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Askheda
Askheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dyane | East | 2.35 km |
| Gorane | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Waghale | North | 3.20 km |
| Rajpurpande | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Akhatwade | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Fopir | South | 3.91 km |
| Bramhanpade | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Anandpur | North | 4.47 km |
| Utrane | North-East | 4.90 km |
| Khamlon | East | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Askheda
Askheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhule, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.2 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 Satana to Askheda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Askheda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Askheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Askheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Askheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Askheda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Askheda
Where is Askheda located?
Askheda village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Askheda?
Askheda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Askheda?
The pincode of Askheda is 423303.
What is the population of Askheda?
Askheda had a total population of 3,346, including 1,733 males and 1,613 females.
How many households are there in Askheda?
Askheda had 746 households.
What is the literacy rate in Askheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Askheda was 80.06%. Male literacy was 86.02% and female literacy was 73.72%.