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.
Kastura has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kastura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kastura village:
- The total population of Kastura village is around 321, including approximately 167 males and 154 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Kastura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kastura village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 283 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kastura village is about 37.69%, with male literacy at 44.31% and female literacy at 30.52%.
- There are around 59 households in Kastura village.
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%.