Ashta - Ralegaon, Yavatmal
Ashta is a village situated in the Ralegaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ralegaon and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Asta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashta is 543565. The village covers a total geographical area of 507.21 hectares and falls under the 445402 pincode. Yavatmal is the nearest town, located about 51 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 Ralegaon 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 1,328 people, consisting of 678 males and 650 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 980 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,328 | 678 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 62 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 980 | 543 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 135 | 213 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagthana | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Bori Mengapur | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Ichora | North | 2.32 km |
| Sati | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Poti | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Wagdara | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Gujari | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Sangam | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Khangaon | East | 3.64 km |
| Mengapur | South | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashta
Ashta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sonegaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yavatmal to Ashta is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ashta
Where is Ashta located?
Ashta village is located in Ralegaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashta?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashta is Asta.
What is the pincode of Ashta?
The pincode of Ashta is 445402.
What is the population of Ashta?
Ashta has a total population of 1,328, including 678 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Ashta?
There are 343 households in Ashta.
What is the literacy rate in Ashta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashta is 73.80%. Male literacy is 80.09% and female literacy is 67.23%.