Kastura
Kastura is a village located in Duldula tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Duldula (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Kastura village is also a gram panchayat.
Kastura has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur 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 Kastura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastura is 434088. The village spans a total geographical area of 1211.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496334. Jashpur Nagar is nearest town to Kastura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kastura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kastura
Population of Kastura
Below is a concise population overview of Kastura 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 | 1,291 | 641 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 89 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 41 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 731 | 368 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 443 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 198 | 299 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kastura village:
- The total population of Kastura village is around 1,291, including approximately 641 males and 650 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 185 children aged 0–6 years in Kastura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kastura village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 731 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kastura village is about 61.50%, with male literacy at 69.11% and female literacy at 54.00%.
- There are around 295 households in Kastura village.
Connectivity of Kastura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kastura. As per the 2011 stats, Kastura 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kastura
Knowing the nearby villages of Kastura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kastura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kastura
- Where is Kastura located?
- Kastura village is situated in Duldula Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kastura?
- Kastura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kastura?
- The pincode of Kastura is 496334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kastura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kastura is 1,291, with 641 males and 650 females.
- How many households are there in Kastura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kastura village has a total of 295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kastura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastura is 61.50%. The male literacy rate is 69.11%, while the female literacy rate is 54.00%.