Ashte - Shahapur, Thane
Ashte is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Manekhind serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashte is 552808. The village covers a total geographical area of 848 hectares and falls under the 421403 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Ashte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashte
As per Census 2011, Ashte village has a total population of 466 people, consisting of 232 males and 234 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 466 | 232 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 26 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 184 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 48 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Ashte
Ashte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lavale | West | 1.55 km |
| Kharid | South | 2.06 km |
| Pofodi | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Manekhind | East | 2.39 km |
| Chariv | North | 2.69 km |
| Dahivali Tarf Korkada | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Thune Kh | West | 2.86 km |
| Adivali | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Apate | East | 2.90 km |
| Thune Bk. | West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashte
Public transport in the Ashte is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Atgaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhiwandi to Ashte is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ashte is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ashte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ashte
Where is Ashte located?
Ashte village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashte?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashte is Manekhind.
What is the pincode of Ashte?
The pincode of Ashte is 421403.
What is the population of Ashte?
Ashte has a total population of 466, including 232 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Ashte?
There are 112 households in Ashte.
What is the literacy rate in Ashte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashte is 71.89%. Male literacy is 79.31% and female literacy is 64.53%.