Astan
About Astan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Astan village is 565046. Astan village is located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 160km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Astan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1310 hectares. Astan has a total population of 643 peoples, out of which male population is 297 while female population is 346. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1164 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of astan village is 65.01% out of which 73.40% males and 57.80% females are literate. There are about 186 houses in astan village. Pincode of astan village locality is 415730.
When it comes to administration, Astan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Astan village comes under Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Khed is nearest town to astan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Astan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | 297 | 346 |
| Children (0-6) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 47 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 218 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 79 | 146 |
Connectivity of Astan
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Astan
Where is Astan located?
Astan village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Astan?
Astan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Astan?
The pincode of Astan is 415730, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Astan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Astan is 643, with 297 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Astan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Astan village has a total of 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Astan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Astan is 65.01%. The male literacy rate is 73.40%, while the female literacy rate is 57.80%.