Asta

Asta is a village located in Falta subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from sub-district headquarter Falta (tehsildar office) and 36.3km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur is the gram panchayat of Asta village.

Asta has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 334245. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743504. Diamond Harbour 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 1,105 591 514
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 102 53 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 147 80 67
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 832 474 358
Illiterate Population 273 117 156

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

  • The total population of Asta village is around 1,105, including approximately 591 males and 514 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Asta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Asta village has 147 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Asta village is about 75.29%, with male literacy at 80.20% and female literacy at 69.65%.
  • There are around 253 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 <5 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Asta

Where is Asta located?
Asta village is situated in Falta Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asta?
The Gram Panchayat of Asta is Gopalpur (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 743504, 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 1,105, with 591 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Asta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Asta village has a total of 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asta is 75.29%. The male literacy rate is 80.20%, while the female literacy rate is 69.65%.