Asti - Dantan - I, Paschim Medinipur
Asti is a village situated in the Dantan - I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Salikotha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asti is 343803. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.93 hectares and falls under the 721426 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Asti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshiary Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Medinipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asti
According to the 2011 Census, Asti village had a total population of 409 people, including 199 males and 210 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.82%, with male literacy at 96.47% and female literacy at 77.65%.
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 | 409 | 199 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 164 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 35 | 71 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Asti.
| 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 Kharagpur to Asti is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. 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 5-10 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 2-5 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 Dantan - I Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asti?
The Gram Panchayat of Asti is Salikotha.
What is the pincode of Asti?
The pincode of Asti is 721426.
What is the population of Asti?
Asti had a total population of 409, including 199 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Asti?
Asti had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asti was 86.82%. Male literacy was 96.47% and female literacy was 77.65%.