Kasitand - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Kasitand is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Panduki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasitand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasitand is 361736. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode.
Kasitand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kasitand
According to the 2011 Census, Kasitand village had a total population of 196 people, including 90 males and 106 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.55%, with male literacy at 66.22% and female literacy at 43.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 196 | 90 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 16 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 70 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 49 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 41 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Kasitand
Kasitand 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 Kasitand
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Kasitand is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Kasitand
Where is Kasitand located?
Kasitand village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kasitand?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasitand is Panduki.
What is the pincode of Kasitand?
The pincode of Kasitand is 828109.
What is the population of Kasitand?
Kasitand had a total population of 196, including 90 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Kasitand?
Kasitand had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasitand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasitand was 54.55%. Male literacy was 66.22% and female literacy was 43.75%.