Kastha

Kastha is a village located in Paraiya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Paraiya (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Solara is the gram panchayat of Kastha village.

Kastha has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 Kastha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastha is 255481. The village spans a total geographical area of 308 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Kastha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Kastha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,387 1,259 1,128
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 419 219 200
Scheduled Castes (SC) 692 373 319
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,481 890 591
Illiterate Population 906 369 537

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

  • The total population of Kastha village is around 2,387, including approximately 1,259 males and 1,128 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 419 children aged 0–6 years in Kastha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kastha village has 692 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kastha village is about 62.04%, with male literacy at 70.69% and female literacy at 52.39%.
  • There are around 360 households in Kastha village.

Connectivity of Kastha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kastha. As per the 2011 stats, Kastha 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 village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Kastha

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

Solara Kosdihara Haspura Khiri Mohanpur Paranpur Sadopur Kekara Dadhapa Makhu Khap Phanphar

Frequently Asked Questions about Kastha

Where is Kastha located?
Kastha village is situated in Paraiya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kastha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kastha is Solara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kastha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kastha is 2,387, with 1,259 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Kastha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kastha village has a total of 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kastha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastha is 62.04%. The male literacy rate is 70.69%, while the female literacy rate is 52.39%.