Kastur
Kastur is a village located in Siddapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Siddapur (tehsildar office) and 158km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Kolsirsi is the gram panchayat of Kastur village.
Kastur has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada 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 Kastur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastur is 603711. The village spans a total geographical area of 422.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581355. Siddapur is nearest town to Kastur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Kastur
Population of Kastur
Below is a concise population overview of Kastur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 344 | 163 | 181 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 208 | 105 | 103 |
Illiterate Population | 136 | 58 | 78 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kastur village:
- The total population of Kastur village is around 344, including approximately 163 males and 181 females, with a sex ratio of 1110 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Kastur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kastur village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kastur village is about 60.47%, with male literacy at 64.42% and female literacy at 56.91%.
- There are around 74 households in Kastur village.
Connectivity of Kastur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kastur. As per the 2011 stats, Kastur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kastur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kastur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kastur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kastur
- Where is Kastur located?
- Kastur village is situated in Siddapur Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kastur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kastur is Kolsirsi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kastur?
- The pincode of Kastur is 581355, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kastur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kastur is 344, with 163 males and 181 females.
- How many households are there in Kastur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kastur village has a total of 74 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kastur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastur is 60.47%. The male literacy rate is 64.42%, while the female literacy rate is 56.91%.