Ashti - Mohol, Solapur
Ashti is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ashti village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashti is 562198. The village covers a total geographical area of 3583 hectares and falls under the 413403 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ashti 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 Ashti
According to the 2011 Census, Ashti village had a total population of 6,756 people, including 3,504 males and 3,252 females, living in 1,419 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.90%, with male literacy at 85.26% and female literacy at 68.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,107, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,756 | 3,504 | 3,252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 846 | 479 | 367 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,107 | 576 | 531 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 4,545 | 2,579 | 1,966 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,211 | 925 | 1,286 |
Nearby Villages of Ashti
Ashti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuranwadi (ashti) | North | 3.45 km |
| Kharatwadi | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Khandali | East | 5.83 km |
| Ropale | South | 5.87 km |
| Yevati | South-East | 6.82 km |
| Bardi | West | 7.12 km |
| Jadhavwadi | West | 7.38 km |
| Shetphal | North | 7.43 km |
| Sidhdewadi | North | 7.44 km |
| Telangwadi | North-East | 7.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashti
Ashti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ashti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Ashti is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ashti is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ashti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashti 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ashti
Where is Ashti located?
Ashti village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ashti?
Ashti is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashti?
The pincode of Ashti is 413403.
What is the population of Ashti?
Ashti had a total population of 6,756, including 3,504 males and 3,252 females.
How many households are there in Ashti?
Ashti had 1,419 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashti was 76.90%. Male literacy was 85.26% and female literacy was 68.15%.