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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).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
37,105 Population 1,148/sq mi density
1,886 ft Elevation 575 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
26.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$4,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$4,000 median income, 4.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$35,000 home value, $90/mo rent

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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

Population37,105
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density1,148/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$4,000
Per Capita$3,700
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty14.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$35,000
Rent$90
Housing Units14,842
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation1,886 ft (575 m)
Population37,105
Population Density1,148 / sq mi
Elevation1,886 ft (575 m)
Coordinates16.9494°, 74.4094°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMaharashtra
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (679 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$4,000
Median Age30.0 years

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.

Ashta has a population of 37,105 with a density of 1,148 people per square mile, spread across 32.3 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

37,105
Total Population
1,148
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
32.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ashta vs India Average

The median household income in Ashta is $4,000, which is 95% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,700 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $71, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 668 business establishments.

Income: Ashta vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$4,000
95% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,700
Avg Weekly Wage$71

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above India avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above India avg
Establishments (County)668

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ashta is $35,000, 88% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $90 (92% below the national average of $1,163). There are 14,842 total housing units in the city. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,000
88% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$90
92% below India avg
Rent Burden27.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units14,842

Property Tax

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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.7°C / 71°F 11.2° / 32.8° 2.1
Feb 24.5°C / 76°F 12.4° / 36.7° 1.0
Mar 27.9°C / 82°F 15.6° / 40.2° 3.7
Apr 30.3°C / 86°F 19° / 41.5° 24.0
May 29.6°C / 85°F 20.7° / 41.2° 54.2
Jun 25.9°C / 79°F 20.9° / 35.8° 245.6
Jul 24°C / 75°F 20.6° / 29.4° 507.0
Aug 23.7°C / 75°F 20.3° / 29.1° 317.5
Sep 23.6°C / 74°F 19.1° / 29.9° 212.0
Oct 23.6°C / 74°F 16° / 30.1° 157.4
Nov 22.1°C / 72°F 13.2° / 29.6° 17.4
Dec 21.5°C / 71°F 11.9° / 30.2° 13.3
Ashta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,886 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.0°F
43% above India avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,886 ft (575 m)
Area32.3 sq mi (83.7 km²)
Population Density1,148/sq mi
Coordinates16.9494°N, 74.4094°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.7"
30% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.57"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 9, 2022.

Sep 5, 2000 5 km W of P?tan, India M5.2 76 km
Dec 8, 1993 25 km NNE of L?nja, India M5.1 84 km
Feb 1, 1994 5 km SSE of M?khjan, India M5.0 99 km
Mar 12, 2000 26 km SE of M?khjan, India M5.0 80 km
Mar 14, 2005 28 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.9 75 km
Aug 28, 1993 21 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.9 82 km
Apr 6, 2000 19 km SE of M?khjan, India M4.9 85 km
Dec 12, 2009 29 km NW of Malk?pur, India M4.8 71 km
Nov 14, 2009 21 km NNW of Malk?pur, India M4.8 64 km
Sep 3, 1993 29 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.7 74 km
Apr 17, 2006 27 km NNE of L?nja, India M4.7 78 km
Mar 12, 1995 23 km W of Satara, India M4.7 103 km
Feb 11, 1998 26 km SSW of P?tan, India M4.5 69 km
Jul 9, 2022 Karnataka, India M4.5 139 km
Mar 13, 1995 11 km SW of Rahimatpur, India M4.5 71 km
Jun 7, 2005 26 km S of P?tan, India M4.4 63 km
Oct 22, 1993 9 km NE of P?tan, India M4.4 72 km
Apr 14, 2012 11 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.4 92 km
Feb 14, 1998 3 km SSE of M?khjan, India M4.4 101 km
Aug 20, 2007 22 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.4 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 4 196 km
2020 Nisarga Category 2 205 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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").

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Schools in Ashta

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
M.G.V School ground
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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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Darbar Hall
New Palace & Museum
Sangli Museum

Libraries in Ashta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ajit Gulabchand Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ashta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ashta Vegetable Market
Miraj Market

Clinics in Ashta

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aasta Clinic
Chaitanya Clinic
Spandan Hospital, ICU & Diabetes Clinic

Train Stations in Ashta

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amnapur
Kirloskarvadi

Bus Stations in Ashta

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central Bus Stand
IN #1217678886

Gas Stations in Ashta

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian Oil Petrol Pump

Stadiums & Teams in Ashta

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ashta

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kolhapur AirportKLHMedium Airport
Karad AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Ashta

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Dr. Kishor Deore
Meera Nursing Home, Kolhapur
Om Clinic
Rama Clinic
Shri Ram Clinic
Sunrise Multispeciality Hospital

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ashta

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. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ashta expensive to live in?

The median household income is $4,000, 95% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $35,000 (88% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $90 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

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. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches.

How is the job market in Ashta?

Ashta has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $71. There are 668 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ashta?

The median home value in Ashta is $35,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $90.

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