Astaranga
Astaranga is a village located in Astaranga tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Astaranga (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Astarang is the gram panchayat of Astaranga village.
Here you can discover what makes Astaranga unique in its vibrant Astaranga-Puri region. You’ll see Astaranga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Astaranga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Astaranga is 409222. The village spans a total geographical area of 454 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752109. Nimapada is nearest town to Astaranga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Astaranga
Population of Astaranga
According to the 2011 Census, Astaranga has a total population of about 3,092, with approximately 1,556 males and 1,536 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 309 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 576 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.62%, with male literacy at about 83.29% and female literacy near 71.88%. There are around 727 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Astaranga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,092 | 1,556 | 1,536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 159 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 576 | 297 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,400 | 1,296 | 1,104 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 260 | 432 |
Connectivity of Astaranga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Astaranga. As per the 2011 stats, Astaranga 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 Astaranga
Knowing the nearby villages of Astaranga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Astaranga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Astaranga
- Where is Astaranga located?
- Astaranga village is situated in Astaranga Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Astaranga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Astaranga is Astarang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Astaranga?
- The pincode of Astaranga is 752109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Astaranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Astaranga is 3,092, with 1,556 males and 1,536 females.
- How many households are there in Astaranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Astaranga village has a total of 727 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Astaranga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Astaranga is 77.62%. The male literacy rate is 83.29%, while the female literacy rate is 71.88%.