Aska is strategically located in the southern part of Odisha, well connected by road to all the important places in the State. Rapid urbanisation and the spread of education have changed its scenario and it is now the hub of political, social and economical activities of the state. Further it enjoys the rare distinction of being the torch bearer of co-operative movement having successfully established the first multipurpose co-operative society and sugar industry in Aska. Though dominated by a class of farmers and cane growers, its contribution in the spread of education, industry, agriculture and art is indeed immeasurable.