Asta

Asta is a village located in Neturia subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Neturia (tehsildar office) and 82.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Guniara is the gram panchayat of Asta village.

Asta has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Asta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Asta is 330375. The village spans a total geographical area of 121.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723133. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Asta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Asta

Below is a concise population overview of Asta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 591 314 277
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 78 41 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 216 124 92
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 303 191 112
Illiterate Population 288 123 165

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Asta village:

  • The total population of Asta village is around 591, including approximately 314 males and 277 females, with a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Asta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Asta village has 216 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Asta village is about 51.27%, with male literacy at 60.83% and female literacy at 40.43%.
  • There are around 107 households in Asta village.

Connectivity of Asta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Asta. As per the 2011 stats, Asta 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Asta

Knowing the nearby villages of Asta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Asta.

Dumarhir Hansa Pathar Balarampur Naragarya Bhaldubi Kulbana Bagraybari Paharudi Dhanara Gunyara Mangram

Frequently Asked Questions about Asta

Where is Asta located?
Asta village is situated in Neturia Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asta?
The Gram Panchayat of Asta is Guniara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Asta?
The pincode of Asta is 723133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Asta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Asta is 591, with 314 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Asta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Asta village has a total of 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asta is 51.27%. The male literacy rate is 60.83%, while the female literacy rate is 40.43%.