Chistur - Ashti, Wardha
Chistur is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Chistur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chistur is 533517. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.93 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chistur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chistur
As per Census 2011, Chistur village has a total population of 1,325 people, consisting of 678 males and 647 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,011 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chistur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,325 | 678 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 64 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 135 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 565 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 113 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Chistur
Chistur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Afzalpur | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Sakindapur | East | 1.24 km |
| Sayadpur | North | 1.25 km |
| Tembha | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Bondnapur | West | 1.49 km |
| Mahadapur | South | 1.74 km |
| Dautpur | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Bahadarpur | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Khadaka | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Ramdara | East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chistur
Chistur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Morshi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.3 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 Arvi to Chistur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Chistur is about 75 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 Chistur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chistur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chistur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chistur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chistur
Where is Chistur located?
Chistur village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chistur?
Chistur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chistur?
The pincode of Chistur is 442201.
What is the population of Chistur?
Chistur has a total population of 1,325, including 678 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Chistur?
There are 333 households in Chistur.
What is the literacy rate in Chistur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chistur is 76.30%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 68.93%.