Astia - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj

Astia is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Jharpokharia and around 37 km from Baripada. Pandra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Astia village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Astia is 388000. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 757031 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.

Astia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Astia

According to the 2011 Census, Astia village had a total population of 753 people, including 368 males and 385 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.61%, with male literacy at 58.20% and female literacy at 33.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 664.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Astia

Astia 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Astia

Astia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajalukah, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Astia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Astia is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Astia

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Astia village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Astia

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Astia village are given below:

FAQs about Astia