Kasturia - Tariani Chowk, Sheohar
Kasturia is a village situated in the Tariani Chowk subdivision of Sheohar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tariani Chowk and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Sheohar. Salempur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasturia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasturia is 218895. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 843329 pincode. Sheohar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kasturia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kasturia
According to the 2011 Census, Kasturia village had a total population of 2,419 people, including 1,219 males and 1,200 females, living in 589 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.86%, with male literacy at 70.83% and female literacy at 50.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,419 | 1,219 | 1,200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 218 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 113 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,180 | 709 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,239 | 510 | 729 |
Nearby Villages of Kasturia
Kasturia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kasturia
Kasturia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kasturia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheohar to Kasturia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasturia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasturia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kasturia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasturia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kasturia
Where is Kasturia located?
Kasturia village is located in Tariani Chowk Subdivision, Sheohar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kasturia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasturia is Salempur.
What is the pincode of Kasturia?
The pincode of Kasturia is 843329.
What is the population of Kasturia?
Kasturia had a total population of 2,419, including 1,219 males and 1,200 females.
How many households are there in Kasturia?
Kasturia had 589 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasturia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasturia was 60.86%. Male literacy was 70.83% and female literacy was 50.21%.