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.
Here you can discover what makes Kastha unique in its vibrant Paraiya-Gaya region. You’ll see Kastha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Kastha
Population of Kastha
According to the 2011 Census, Kastha has a total population of about 2,387, with approximately 1,259 males and 1,128 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 419 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 692 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.04%, with male literacy at about 70.69% and female literacy near 52.39%. There are around 360 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kastha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.