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.
Here you can discover what makes Sastapur unique in its vibrant Basavakalyan-Bidar region. You’ll see Sastapur’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 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.
Google Map of Sastapur
Population of Sastapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sastapur has a total population of about 4,690, with approximately 2,417 males and 2,273 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 656 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,287 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 991. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.27%, with male literacy at about 63.43% and female literacy near 50.73%. There are around 892 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sastapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.