Ashta
Ashta is a village located in Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Digras (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Ashta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ashta unique in its vibrant Digras-Yavatmal region. You’ll see Ashta’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 Ashta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ashta is 542721. The village spans a total geographical area of 696.96 hectares. Digras is nearest town to Ashta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Ashta
Population of Ashta
According to the 2011 Census, Ashta has a total population of about 1,186, with approximately 611 males and 575 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 170 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.98%, with male literacy at about 76.10% and female literacy near 63.48%. There are around 264 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ashta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,186 | 611 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 78 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 85 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 465 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 146 | 210 |
Connectivity of Ashta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ashta. As per the 2011 stats, Ashta 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 Ashta
Knowing the nearby villages of Ashta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ashta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ashta
- Where is Ashta located?
- Ashta village is situated in Digras Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ashta?
- Ashta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ashta is 1,186, with 611 males and 575 females.
- How many households are there in Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ashta village has a total of 264 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ashta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashta is 69.98%. The male literacy rate is 76.10%, while the female literacy rate is 63.48%.