Askot - Murbad, Thane
Askot is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Askot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Askot is 553143. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Askot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Askot
As per Census 2011, Askot village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 173 males and 183 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Askot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 173 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 142 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 31 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Askot
Askot 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 Askot
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Askot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Askot is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Askot is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Askot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Askot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Askot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Askot 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Askot
Where is Askot located?
Askot village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Askot?
Askot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Askot?
The pincode of Askot is 421401.
What is the population of Askot?
Askot has a total population of 356, including 173 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Askot?
There are 84 households in Askot.
What is the literacy rate in Askot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Askot is 70.79%. Male literacy is 82.08% and female literacy is 60.11%.