Ashagad
Ashagad is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 109km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Ashagad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ashagad unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane region. You’ll see Ashagad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ashagad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ashagad is 551608. The village spans a total geographical area of 248.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401602. Dahanu is nearest town to Ashagad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ashagad 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 Dahanu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ashagad
Population of Ashagad
According to the 2011 Census, Ashagad has a total population of about 4,160, with approximately 1,963 males and 2,197 females. The sex ratio is around 1119 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 519 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 40 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,066. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.56%, with male literacy at about 70.71% and female literacy near 62.86%. There are around 824 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ashagad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,160 | 1,963 | 2,197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 246 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,066 | 781 | 1,285 |
| Literate Population | 2,769 | 1,388 | 1,381 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,391 | 575 | 816 |
Connectivity of Ashagad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ashagad. As per the 2011 stats, Ashagad 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 Ashagad
Knowing the nearby villages of Ashagad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ashagad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ashagad
- Where is Ashagad located?
- Ashagad village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ashagad?
- Ashagad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ashagad?
- The pincode of Ashagad is 401602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ashagad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ashagad is 4,160, with 1,963 males and 2,197 females.
- How many households are there in Ashagad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ashagad village has a total of 824 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ashagad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashagad is 66.56%. The male literacy rate is 70.71%, while the female literacy rate is 62.86%.