Ashte

Ashte is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Raipur Gr is the gram panchayat of Ashte village.

Here you can discover what makes Ashte unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane region. You’ll see Ashte’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 Ashte

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ashte is 551657. The village spans a total geographical area of 926.41 hectares. Dahanu is nearest town to Ashte village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ashte 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.

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Population of Ashte

According to the 2011 Census, Ashte has a total population of about 1,075, with approximately 525 males and 550 females. The sex ratio is around 1047 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 221 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,071. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.09%, with male literacy at about 57.33% and female literacy near 23.64%. There are around 245 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ashte's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,075 525 550
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 221 105 116
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,071 522 549
Literate Population 431 301 130
Illiterate Population 644 224 420

Connectivity of Ashte

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ashte. As per the 2011 stats, Ashte 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ashte

Knowing the nearby villages of Ashte helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ashte.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ashte

Where is Ashte located?
Ashte village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashte?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashte is Raipur Gr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Ashte as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ashte is 1,075, with 525 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Ashte as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ashte village has a total of 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashte as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashte is 40.09%. The male literacy rate is 57.33%, while the female literacy rate is 23.64%.