Astia
Astia is a village located in Nilagiri tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Nilagiri (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Shyamasundarpur is the gram panchayat of Astia village.
Astia has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Astia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Astia is 393221. The village spans a total geographical area of 110 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756040. Nilagiri is nearest town to Astia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Astia
Population of Astia
Below is a concise population overview of Astia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 256 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 199 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 57 | 78 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Astia village:
- The total population of Astia village is around 464, including approximately 256 males and 208 females, with a sex ratio of 812 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Astia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Astia village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 85 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Astia village is about 70.91%, with male literacy at 77.73% and female literacy at 62.50%.
- There are around 110 households in Astia village.
Connectivity of Astia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Astia. As per the 2011 stats, Astia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Astia
Knowing the nearby villages of Astia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Astia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Astia
- Where is Astia located?
- Astia village is situated in Nilagiri Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Astia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Astia is Shyamasundarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Astia?
- The pincode of Astia is 756040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Astia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Astia is 464, with 256 males and 208 females.
- How many households are there in Astia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Astia village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Astia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Astia is 70.91%. The male literacy rate is 77.73%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.