Kastura
Kastura is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Kastura unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Kastura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kastura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastura is 448431. The village spans a total geographical area of 483.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494665. Antagarh is nearest town to Kastura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kastura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kastura
Population of Kastura
According to the 2011 Census, Kastura has a total population of about 321, with approximately 167 males and 154 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 283. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.69%, with male literacy at about 44.31% and female literacy near 30.52%. There are around 59 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kastura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Kastura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kastura. As per the 2011 stats, Kastura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kastura
Knowing the nearby villages of Kastura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kastura.
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%.