Kastura
About Kastura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kastura village is 434088. Kastura village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1211.21 hectares. Kastura has a total population of 1,291 peoples, out of which male population is 641 while female population is 650. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1014 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kastura village is 61.50% out of which 69.11% males and 54.00% females are literate. There are about 295 houses in kastura village. Pincode of kastura village locality is 496334.
When it comes to administration, Kastura village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kastura village comes under Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Jashpur Nagar is nearest town to kastura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
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Population of Kastura
The population details of Kastura cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,291 | 641 | 650 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 185 | 89 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 93 | 41 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 731 | 368 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 443 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 198 | 299 |
Connectivity of Kastura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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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%.