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.
Here you can discover what makes Kasturi unique in its vibrant Poreyahat-Godda region. You’ll see Kasturi’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 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.
Google Map of Kasturi
Population of Kasturi
According to the 2011 Census, Kasturi has a total population of about 1,593, with approximately 816 males and 777 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 322 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 260 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 168. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.48%, with male literacy at about 50.98% and female literacy near 23.29%. There are around 294 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kasturi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.