Kasturi
Kasturi is a village located in Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Pushparajgarh (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Bilaspur is the gram panchayat of Kasturi village.
Kasturi has its own place in the vibrant Anuppur 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 502201. The village spans a total geographical area of 502.73 hectares. Anuppur is nearest town to Kasturi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kasturi 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 Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kasturi
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 | 702 | 343 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 608 | 298 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 217 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 126 | 192 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kasturi village:
- The total population of Kasturi village is around 702, including approximately 343 males and 359 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Kasturi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kasturi village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 608 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kasturi village is about 54.70%, with male literacy at 63.27% and female literacy at 46.52%.
- There are around 162 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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Pushparajgarh Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kasturi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kasturi is Bilaspur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kasturi is 702, with 343 males and 359 females.
- How many households are there in Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kasturi village has a total of 162 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kasturi is 54.70%. The male literacy rate is 63.27%, while the female literacy rate is 46.52%.