Asti - Baliapal, Balasore
Asti is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Baliapal and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Asti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asti is 391955. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 756026 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Asti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asti
As per Census 2011, Asti village has a total population of 543 people, consisting of 286 males and 257 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 417 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 286 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 239 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 47 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Asti
Asti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Asti
Public transport in the Asti is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Baleshwar to Asti is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Asti 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 Asti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asti
Where is Asti located?
Asti village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asti?
Asti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asti?
The pincode of Asti is 756026.
What is the population of Asti?
Asti has a total population of 543, including 286 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Asti?
There are 119 households in Asti.
What is the literacy rate in Asti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asti is 76.80%. Male literacy is 83.57% and female literacy is 69.26%.