Kastar

Kastar is a village located in Bikramganj subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bikramganj (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Morauna is the gram panchayat of Kastar village.

Kastar has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 Kastar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastar is 251199. The village spans a total geographical area of 232 hectares. Bikramganj is nearest town to Kastar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Kastar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,738 908 830
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 327 159 168
Scheduled Castes (SC) 173 91 82
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,011 634 377
Illiterate Population 727 274 453

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

  • The total population of Kastar village is around 1,738, including approximately 908 males and 830 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 327 children aged 0–6 years in Kastar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kastar village has 173 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kastar village is about 58.17%, with male literacy at 69.82% and female literacy at 45.42%.
  • There are around 247 households in Kastar village.

Connectivity of Kastar

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

Nearby Villages of Kastar

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kastar

Where is Kastar located?
Kastar village is situated in Bikramganj Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kastar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kastar is Morauna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kastar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kastar is 1,738, with 908 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Kastar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kastar village has a total of 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kastar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastar is 58.17%. The male literacy rate is 69.82%, while the female literacy rate is 45.42%.