Kasturi

Kasturi is a village located in Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 56km away from sub-district headquarter Shahpura (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Dindori. As per 2009 stats, Kasturi Pipariya is the gram panchayat of Kasturi village.

Kasturi has its own place in the vibrant Dindori 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 491565. The village spans a total geographical area of 497.78 hectares. Shahpura is nearest town to Kasturi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 505 266 239
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 46 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) 17 9 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 457 240 217
Literate Population 269 169 100
Illiterate Population 236 97 139

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kasturi village:

  • The total population of Kasturi village is around 505, including approximately 266 males and 239 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Kasturi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kasturi village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 457 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kasturi village is about 53.27%, with male literacy at 63.53% and female literacy at 41.84%.
  • There are around 131 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
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 Shahpura Tehsil, within the Dindori district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasturi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasturi is Kasturi Pipariya (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 505, with 266 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kasturi village has a total of 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kasturi is 53.27%. The male literacy rate is 63.53%, while the female literacy rate is 41.84%.