Astane
Astane is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 132km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Astane village is also a gram panchayat.
Astane has its own place in the vibrant Nashik region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Astane
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Astane is 550198. The village spans a total geographical area of 905 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 423205. Malegaon is nearest town to Astane village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Astane 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 Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhule Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Astane
Population of Astane
Below is a concise population overview of Astane as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,083 | 1,590 | 1,493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 243 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 106 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 623 | 329 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 1,916 | 1,104 | 812 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,167 | 486 | 681 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Astane village:
- The total population of Astane village is around 3,083, including approximately 1,590 males and 1,493 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 462 children aged 0–6 years in Astane village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Astane village has 193 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 623 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Astane village is about 62.15%, with male literacy at 69.43% and female literacy at 54.39%.
- There are around 610 households in Astane village.
Connectivity of Astane
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Astane. As per the 2011 stats, Astane 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 Astane
Knowing the nearby villages of Astane helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Astane.
Frequently Asked Questions about Astane
- Where is Astane located?
- Astane village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Astane?
- Astane serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Astane?
- The pincode of Astane is 423205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Astane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Astane is 3,083, with 1,590 males and 1,493 females.
- How many households are there in Astane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Astane village has a total of 610 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Astane as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Astane is 62.15%. The male literacy rate is 69.43%, while the female literacy rate is 54.39%.