Sastapur
Sastapur is a village located in Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Basavakalyan (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Bidar. As per 2009 stats, Sastapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Sastapur has its own place in the vibrant Bidar 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 Sastapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sastapur is 599781. The village spans a total geographical area of 1139.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585419. Basavakalyan is nearest town to Sastapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sastapur 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 Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bidar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Sastapur
Below is a concise population overview of Sastapur 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 | 4,690 | 2,417 | 2,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 656 | 343 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,287 | 683 | 604 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 991 | 512 | 479 |
| Literate Population | 2,686 | 1,533 | 1,153 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,004 | 884 | 1,120 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sastapur village:
- The total population of Sastapur village is around 4,690, including approximately 2,417 males and 2,273 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 656 children aged 0–6 years in Sastapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sastapur village has 1,287 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 991 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sastapur village is about 57.27%, with male literacy at 63.43% and female literacy at 50.73%.
- There are around 892 households in Sastapur village.
Connectivity of Sastapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sastapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sastapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sastapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sastapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sastapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sastapur
- Where is Sastapur located?
- Sastapur village is situated in Basavakalyan Taluka, within the Bidar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sastapur?
- Sastapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sastapur?
- The pincode of Sastapur is 585419, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sastapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sastapur is 4,690, with 2,417 males and 2,273 females.
- How many households are there in Sastapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sastapur village has a total of 892 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sastapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sastapur is 57.27%. The male literacy rate is 63.43%, while the female literacy rate is 50.73%.