Astagaon
Astagaon is a village located in Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Nandgaon (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Astgaon is the gram panchayat of Astagaon village.
Astagaon 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 Astagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Astagaon is 550315. The village spans a total geographical area of 1184 hectares. Manmad is nearest town to Astagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Astagaon 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 Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Astagaon
Population of Astagaon
Below is a concise population overview of Astagaon 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 | 2,276 | 1,197 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 213 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 161 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 1,405 | 830 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 871 | 367 | 504 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Astagaon village:
- The total population of Astagaon village is around 2,276, including approximately 1,197 males and 1,079 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 383 children aged 0–6 years in Astagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Astagaon village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 302 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Astagaon village is about 61.73%, with male literacy at 69.34% and female literacy at 53.29%.
- There are around 429 households in Astagaon village.
Connectivity of Astagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Astagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Astagaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Astagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Astagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Astagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Astagaon
- Where is Astagaon located?
- Astagaon village is situated in Nandgaon Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Astagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Astagaon is Astgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Astagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Astagaon is 2,276, with 1,197 males and 1,079 females.
- How many households are there in Astagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Astagaon village has a total of 429 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Astagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Astagaon is 61.73%. The male literacy rate is 69.34%, while the female literacy rate is 53.29%.