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.
Kasturi has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kasturi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kasturi village:
- The total population of Kasturi village is around 1,042, including approximately 528 males and 514 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 124 children aged 0–6 years in Kasturi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kasturi village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 363 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kasturi village is about 63.05%, with male literacy at 73.86% and female literacy at 51.95%.
- There are around 278 households in Kasturi village.
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%.