Kasturi
Kasturi is a village located in Jagdalpur tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from Jagdalpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kasturi village. As per 2009 stats, Kasturi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kasturi unique in its vibrant Jagdalpur-Bastar region. You’ll see Kasturi’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 Kasturi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kasturi is 449042. The village spans a total geographical area of 329.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494001. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Kasturi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kasturi
Population of Kasturi
According to the 2011 Census, Kasturi has a total population of about 1,042, with approximately 528 males and 514 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 363. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.05%, with male literacy at about 73.86% and female literacy near 51.95%. There are around 278 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kasturi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,042 | 528 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 363 | 178 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 390 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 138 | 247 |
Connectivity of Kasturi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kasturi. As per the 2011 stats, Kasturi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kasturi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kasturi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kasturi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kasturi
- Where is Kasturi located?
- Kasturi village is situated in Jagdalpur Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kasturi?
- Kasturi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kasturi?
- The pincode of Kasturi is 494001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kasturi is 1,042, with 528 males and 514 females.
- How many households are there in Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kasturi village has a total of 278 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kasturi is 63.05%. The male literacy rate is 73.86%, while the female literacy rate is 51.95%.