Asthan - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Asthan is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Asthan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asthan is 158111. The village covers a total geographical area of 401.74 hectares and falls under the 230141 pincode.
Asthan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asthan
As per Census 2011, Asthan village has a total population of 2,177 people, consisting of 1,047 males and 1,130 females. The village has 415 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,117 literate and 1,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asthan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,177 | 1,047 | 1,130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 172 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 138 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 1,117 | 672 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,060 | 375 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Asthan
Asthan 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Abdul Wahidganj | East | 1.02 km |
| Shekhpur Hisampur | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Adalabad | North | 1.64 km |
| Kutubanpur | South | 1.83 km |
| Kandarau | West | 1.87 km |
| Madhwapur | South | 2.19 km |
| Kushwapur | East | 2.37 km |
| Sherwanipur | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Kakariha | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Alinagar Askaranpur | North | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asthan
Asthan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pariawan Kalakankar Road, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pratapgarh to Asthan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asthan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asthan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Asthan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asthan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asthan
Where is Asthan located?
Asthan village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asthan?
Asthan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asthan?
The pincode of Asthan is 230141.
What is the population of Asthan?
Asthan has a total population of 2,177, including 1,047 males and 1,130 females.
How many households are there in Asthan?
There are 415 households in Asthan.
What is the literacy rate in Asthan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asthan is 51.31%. Male literacy is 64.18% and female literacy is 39.38%.