Ashta - Mudhole, Nirmal
Ashta is a village situated in the Mudhole mandal of Nirmal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 14 km from Mudhole and around 148 km from Adilabad. Ashta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashta is 570269. The village covers a total geographical area of 1437 hectares and falls under the 504101 pincode. Bhainsa is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ashta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ashta
As per Census 2011, Ashta village has a total population of 2,492 people, consisting of 1,183 males and 1,309 females. The village has 646 households and a sex ratio of 1,106 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,203 literate and 1,289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,492 | 1,183 | 1,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 126 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 239 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,203 | 718 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,289 | 465 | 824 |
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 located within 5-10 km of Ashta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhainsa to Ashta is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Ashta is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ashta
Where is Ashta located?
Ashta village is located in Mudhole Mandal, Nirmal district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashta?
Ashta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashta?
The pincode of Ashta is 504101.
What is the population of Ashta?
Ashta has a total population of 2,492, including 1,183 males and 1,309 females.
How many households are there in Ashta?
There are 646 households in Ashta.
What is the literacy rate in Ashta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashta is 48.27%. Male literacy is 60.69% and female literacy is 37.05%.