Kastura
About Kastura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kastura village is 448431. Kastura village is located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 110km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Sulangi is the gram panchayat of Kastura village.
The total geographical area of village is 483.15 hectares. Kastura has a total population of 321 peoples, out of which male population is 167 while female population is 154. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 922 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kastura village is 37.69% out of which 44.31% males and 30.52% females are literate. There are about 59 houses in kastura village. Pincode of kastura village locality is 494665.
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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kanker Lok Sabha constituency. Antagarh is nearest town to kastura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km 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 | 321 | 167 | 154 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 283 | 145 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 74 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 93 | 107 |
Connectivity of Kastura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kastura
Where is Kastura located?
Kastura village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kastura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kastura is Sulangi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kastura?
The pincode of Kastura is 494665, 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 321, with 167 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Kastura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kastura village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kastura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastura is 37.69%. The male literacy rate is 44.31%, while the female literacy rate is 30.52%.