Ashta, India
Maharashtra · India
Ashta is a mid-size city in Maharashtra, India with a population of 37,105. Elevation: 1,886 ft (575 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Ashta
Ashta is a city and a municipal council in Sangli district in the state of Maharashtra, India. It is located at 16.95°N 74.4°E. It has an average elevation of 567 metres (1860 ft). The name "Ashta" comes from the legend that Lord Shri Ram established eight (Asht) Lord Mahadev temples in this area. The city is divided into 19 wards for which elections are held every 5 years. The Ashta Municipal Council has the population of 37,105 of which 19,171 are males while 17,934 are females as per the report released by Census India 2011.
People
Climate
| Population | 37,105 |
| Population Density | 1,148 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,886 ft (575 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.9494°, 74.4094° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Maharashtra |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.7 inches (679 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ashta
Ashta is a mid-size city in India (Maharashtra) with a population of 37,105. The city sits at an elevation of 1,886 feet (575 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Ashta
Ashta has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.3°C), the coldest is Dec (21.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1555 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.0°F |
| 43% above India avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,886 ft (575 m) |
| Area | 32.3 sq mi (83.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,148/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.9494°N, 74.4094°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Ashta has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 71°F in December to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.6") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ashta
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.G.V School ground | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ashta
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandesh Radio | hindustani, indian classical music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rangeela Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| AIR Kolhapur | infotainment, local news | AAC 93 kbps |
Museums in Ashta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darbar Hall | ||||
| New Palace & Museum | ||||
| Sangli Museum |
Libraries in Ashta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajit Gulabchand Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ashta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashta Vegetable Market | |||||
| Miraj Market |
Clinics in Ashta
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ashta
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ashta
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ashta
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ashta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ashta
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kolhapur Airport | KLH | Medium Airport |
| Karad Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Ashta
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kishor Deore | ||
| Meera Nursing Home, Kolhapur | ||
| Om Clinic | ||
| Rama Clinic | ||
| Shri Ram Clinic | ||
| Sunrise Multispeciality Hospital |
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What is the population of Ashta?
Ashta has a population of 37,105 residents and is located in India. The population density is 1,148 people per square mile, spread across 32.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ashta?
Ashta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches.
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