Astai
Astai is a village located in Jamalpur subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.3km away from sub-district headquarter Jamalpur. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Astai village. As per 2009 stats, Abujhati I is the gram panchayat of Astai village.
Astai has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Astai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Astai is 320716. The village spans a total geographical area of 223.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713166. Memari is nearest town to Astai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Astai
Population of Astai
Below is a concise population overview of Astai 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 | 2,191 | 1,099 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 99 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 992 | 486 | 506 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 570 | 285 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 1,450 | 804 | 646 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 295 | 446 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Astai village:
- The total population of Astai village is around 2,191, including approximately 1,099 males and 1,092 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 215 children aged 0–6 years in Astai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Astai village has 992 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 570 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Astai village is about 66.18%, with male literacy at 73.16% and female literacy at 59.16%.
- There are around 528 households in Astai village.
Connectivity of Astai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Astai. As per the 2011 stats, Astai 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Astai
Knowing the nearby villages of Astai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Astai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Astai
- Where is Astai located?
- Astai village is situated in Jamalpur Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Astai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Astai is Abujhati I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Astai?
- The pincode of Astai is 713166, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Astai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Astai is 2,191, with 1,099 males and 1,092 females.
- How many households are there in Astai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Astai village has a total of 528 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Astai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Astai is 66.18%. The male literacy rate is 73.16%, while the female literacy rate is 59.16%.