Ashele - Ambarnath, Thane
Ashele is a village situated in the Ambarnath tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambarnath and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Thane.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashele is 553034. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.52 hectares and falls under the 421501 pincode. Ulhasnagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyan East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalyan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashele
According to the 2011 Census, Ashele village had a total population of 22,946 people, including 12,229 males and 10,717 females, living in 5,312 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.92%, with male literacy at 93.43% and female literacy at 83.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5,486, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 624.
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 | 22,946 | 12,229 | 10,717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,970 | 1,567 | 1,403 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,486 | 2,796 | 2,690 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 624 | 324 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 17,763 | 9,961 | 7,802 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,183 | 2,268 | 2,915 |
Nearby Villages of Ashele
Ashele is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ashele
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ulhasnagar to Ashele is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ashele is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Ashele
Where is Ashele located?
Ashele village is located in Ambarnath Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the pincode of Ashele?
The pincode of Ashele is 421501.
What is the population of Ashele?
Ashele had a total population of 22,946, including 12,229 males and 10,717 females.
How many households are there in Ashele?
Ashele had 5,312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashele?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashele was 88.92%. Male literacy was 93.43% and female literacy was 83.77%.