Dastur

Dastur is a village located in Thakurganj subdivision of Kishanganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Thakurganj (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kishanganj. As per 2009 stats, Bholmara is the gram panchayat of Dastur village.

Dastur has its own place in the vibrant Kishanganj 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 Dastur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dastur is 222499. The village spans a total geographical area of 150.61 hectares. Thakurganj is nearest town to Dastur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Dastur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,198 620 578
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 210 101 109
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 487 295 192
Illiterate Population 711 325 386

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

  • The total population of Dastur village is around 1,198, including approximately 620 males and 578 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 210 children aged 0–6 years in Dastur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dastur village is about 40.65%, with male literacy at 47.58% and female literacy at 33.22%.
  • There are around 261 households in Dastur village.

Connectivity of Dastur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dastur. As per the 2011 stats, Dastur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dastur

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dastur

Where is Dastur located?
Dastur village is situated in Thakurganj Subdivision, within the Kishanganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dastur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dastur is Bholmara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dastur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dastur is 1,198, with 620 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Dastur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dastur village has a total of 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dastur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dastur is 40.65%. The male literacy rate is 47.58%, while the female literacy rate is 33.22%.