Ashta - Digras, Yavatmal
Ashta is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Ashta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashta is 542721. The village covers a total geographical area of 696.96 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ashta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashta
As per Census 2011, Ashta village has a total population of 1,186 people, consisting of 611 males and 575 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 830 literate and 356 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashta are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ashta
Ashta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalgaon | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Warandali | West | 3.36 km |
| Kandali | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Chinchapatra | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Tuptakali | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Dehani | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Mahagaon | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Vasantnagar | West | 4.78 km |
| Wadgaon | East | 5.23 km |
| Dolhari | East | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashta
Ashta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Yavatmal, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.3 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 Digras to Ashta is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Ashta 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 Ashta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashta 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 km |
Health Facilities in Ashta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashta 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ashta
Where is Ashta located?
Ashta village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashta?
Ashta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashta?
The pincode of Ashta is 445203.
What is the population of Ashta?
Ashta has a total population of 1,186, including 611 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Ashta?
There are 264 households in Ashta.
What is the literacy rate in Ashta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashta is 69.98%. Male literacy is 76.10% and female literacy is 63.48%.