Kasturi
Kasturi is a village located in Poreyahat subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Poreyahat (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Godda. As per 2009 stats, Kasturi village is also a gram panchayat.
Kasturi has its own place in the vibrant Godda 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 Kasturi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kasturi is 357525. The village spans a total geographical area of 243 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814153. Poreyahat is nearest town to Kasturi village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kasturi
Below is a concise population overview of Kasturi 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 | 1,593 | 816 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 162 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 130 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 416 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 400 | 596 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kasturi village:
- The total population of Kasturi village is around 1,593, including approximately 816 males and 777 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 322 children aged 0–6 years in Kasturi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kasturi village has 260 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 168 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kasturi village is about 37.48%, with male literacy at 50.98% and female literacy at 23.29%.
- There are around 294 households in Kasturi village.
Connectivity of Kasturi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kasturi. As per the 2011 stats, Kasturi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kasturi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kasturi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kasturi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kasturi
- Where is Kasturi located?
- Kasturi village is situated in Poreyahat Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kasturi?
- Kasturi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kasturi?
- The pincode of Kasturi is 814153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kasturi is 1,593, with 816 males and 777 females.
- How many households are there in Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kasturi village has a total of 294 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kasturi is 37.48%. The male literacy rate is 50.98%, while the female literacy rate is 23.29%.