Astane - Malegaon, Nashik
Astane is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Astane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Astane is 550198. The village covers a total geographical area of 905 hectares and falls under the 423205 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Astane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Astane
As per Census 2011, Astane village has a total population of 3,083 people, consisting of 1,590 males and 1,493 females. The village has 610 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,916 literate and 1,167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 623 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Astane are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Astane
Astane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandhane | East | 2.63 km |
| Lakhani | North | 3.58 km |
| Jalku | South | 3.66 km |
| Rajmane | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Tokade | West | 4.63 km |
| Zodge | South-East | 4.84 km |
| Bendrepada | North-East | 5.29 km |
| Mohapade | South-West | 6.28 km |
| Devarpada | South | 6.65 km |
| Manke | South | 6.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Astane
Astane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Borvihir, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.0 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 Malegaon to Astane is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Astane is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Astane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Astane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Astane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Astane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Astane
Where is Astane located?
Astane village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Astane?
Astane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Astane?
The pincode of Astane is 423205.
What is the population of Astane?
Astane has a total population of 3,083, including 1,590 males and 1,493 females.
How many households are there in Astane?
There are 610 households in Astane.
What is the literacy rate in Astane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Astane is 62.15%. Male literacy is 69.43% and female literacy is 54.39%.