Kasturi - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Kasturi is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Bilaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasturi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasturi is 502201. The village covers a total geographical area of 502.73 hectares and falls under the 484886 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kasturi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kasturi
According to the 2011 Census, Kasturi village had a total population of 702 people, including 343 males and 359 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.16%, with male literacy at 75.09% and female literacy at 52.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 608.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kasturi
Kasturi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kasturi
Kasturi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Kasturi is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasturi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasturi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kasturi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasturi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kasturi
Where is Kasturi located?
Kasturi village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasturi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasturi is Bilaspur.
What is the pincode of Kasturi?
The pincode of Kasturi is 484886.
What is the population of Kasturi?
Kasturi had a total population of 702, including 343 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Kasturi?
Kasturi had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasturi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasturi was 63.16%. Male literacy was 75.09% and female literacy was 52.35%.