Kastura Mal - Baramkela, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Kastura Mal is a village situated in the Baramkela tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from Baramkela and around 69 km from Raigarh. Dulopali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kastura Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kastura Mal is 435788. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.232 hectares and falls under the 496551 pincode. Baramkela is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kastura Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kastura Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Kastura Mal village had a total population of 394 people, including 201 males and 193 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.29%, with male literacy at 81.92% and female literacy at 58.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 201 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 145 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 56 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Kastura Mal
Kastura Mal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kastura Mal
Kastura Mal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramkela to Kastura Mal is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Kastura Mal is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kastura Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kastura Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kastura Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kastura Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kastura Mal
Where is Kastura Mal located?
Kastura Mal village is located in Baramkela Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kastura Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kastura Mal is Dulopali.
What is the pincode of Kastura Mal?
The pincode of Kastura Mal is 496551.
What is the population of Kastura Mal?
Kastura Mal had a total population of 394, including 201 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Kastura Mal?
Kastura Mal had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kastura Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kastura Mal was 70.29%. Male literacy was 81.92% and female literacy was 58.38%.