Kasturabahal - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Kasturabahal is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 185 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Maldamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasturabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasturabahal is 446077. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.37 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kasturabahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kasturabahal
As per Census 2011, Kasturabahal village has a total population of 778 people, consisting of 378 males and 400 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 533 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasturabahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 778 | 378 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 114 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 288 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 90 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Kasturabahal
Kasturabahal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Maldamal | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Padkipali | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Kodopali | South | 2.46 km |
| Bajibahal | North | 3.07 km |
| Ghunchapali | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Pujaripali | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Bagduwari | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Manpali | North-West | 4.80 km |
| Bektikari | North | 4.93 km |
| Parewapali | North-West | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kasturabahal
Kasturabahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraipali to Kasturabahal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Kasturabahal is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasturabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasturabahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kasturabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasturabahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kasturabahal
Where is Kasturabahal located?
Kasturabahal village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasturabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasturabahal is Maldamal.
What is the pincode of Kasturabahal?
The pincode of Kasturabahal is 493558.
What is the population of Kasturabahal?
Kasturabahal has a total population of 778, including 378 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Kasturabahal?
There are 162 households in Kasturabahal.
What is the literacy rate in Kasturabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasturabahal is 68.51%. Male literacy is 76.19% and female literacy is 61.25%.