Ashte - Mohol, Solapur
Ashte is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ashte village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashte is 562243. The village covers a total geographical area of 681 hectares and falls under the 413213 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ashte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashte
As per Census 2011, Ashte village has a total population of 1,634 people, consisting of 855 males and 779 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,030 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,634 | 855 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 129 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,030 | 619 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 236 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Ashte
Ashte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadwal | South | 2.56 km |
| Bhambewadi | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Ghatne | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Hingani(nipani) | North | 4.07 km |
| Kolegaon | South | 4.19 km |
| Mohol | West | 5.17 km |
| Bhoire | North | 5.43 km |
| Lamboti | South-East | 5.76 km |
| Morvanchi | East | 5.90 km |
| Ramhingani | South | 6.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashte
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ashte. The nearest railway station is Mohol, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Solapur to Ashte is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ashte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ashte
Where is Ashte located?
Ashte village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashte?
Ashte is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashte?
The pincode of Ashte is 413213.
What is the population of Ashte?
Ashte has a total population of 1,634, including 855 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Ashte?
There are 346 households in Ashte.
What is the literacy rate in Ashte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashte is 63.04%. Male literacy is 72.40% and female literacy is 52.76%.