Kastura - Koylibeda, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Kastura is a village situated in the Koylibeda tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 110 km from Pakhanjur and around 116 km from Kanker. Sulangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kastura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kastura is 448431. The village covers a total geographical area of 483.15 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kastura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kastura
According to the 2011 Census, Kastura village had a total population of 321 people, including 167 males and 154 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.01%, with male literacy at 54.81% and female literacy at 36.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 283.
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 | 321 | 167 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 145 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 74 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 93 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Kastura
Kastura 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
Kastura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Kastura is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Kastura is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kastura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kastura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kastura
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kastura
Where is Kastura located?
Kastura village is located in Koylibeda Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kastura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kastura is Sulangi.
What is the pincode of Kastura?
The pincode of Kastura is 494665.
What is the population of Kastura?
Kastura had a total population of 321, including 167 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Kastura?
Kastura had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kastura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kastura was 46.01%. Male literacy was 54.81% and female literacy was 36.72%.