Kastoniya - Kaprada, Valsad
Kastoniya is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Umali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kastoniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kastoniya is 523587. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.9 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kastoniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kastoniya
According to the 2011 Census, Kastoniya village had a total population of 874 people, including 430 males and 444 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.34%, with male literacy at 38.76% and female literacy at 31.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 874.
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 | 874 | 430 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 92 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 874 | 430 | 444 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 131 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 299 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Kastoniya
Kastoniya 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 Kastoniya
Public transport in the Kastoniya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Selvas to Kastoniya is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Kastoniya is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kastoniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kastoniya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kastoniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kastoniya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kastoniya
Where is Kastoniya located?
Kastoniya village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kastoniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kastoniya is Umali.
What is the pincode of Kastoniya?
The pincode of Kastoniya is 396067.
What is the population of Kastoniya?
Kastoniya had a total population of 874, including 430 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Kastoniya?
Kastoniya had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kastoniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kastoniya was 35.34%. Male literacy was 38.76% and female literacy was 31.98%.