Asti - Jamboni, Jhargram
Asti is a village situated in the Jamboni subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Lalbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asti is 340166. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.14 hectares and falls under the 721503 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Asti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asti
According to the 2011 Census, Asti village had a total population of 342 people, including 164 males and 178 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.32%, with male literacy at 84.89% and female literacy at 64.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 213.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 164 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 102 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 118 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 46 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Asti
Asti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Asti
Asti 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 Asti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jhargram to Asti is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asti
Where is Asti located?
Asti village is located in Jamboni Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asti?
The Gram Panchayat of Asti is Lalbandh.
What is the pincode of Asti?
The pincode of Asti is 721503.
What is the population of Asti?
Asti had a total population of 342, including 164 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Asti?
Asti had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asti was 74.32%. Male literacy was 84.89% and female literacy was 64.71%.