Kastara
Kastara is a village located in Kundam tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kundam (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kastara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kastara unique in its vibrant Kundam-Jabalpur region. You’ll see Kastara’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 Kastara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastara is 490324. The village spans a total geographical area of 710 hectares. Jabalpur is nearest town to Kastara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Kastara
Population of Kastara
According to the 2011 Census, Kastara has a total population of about 814, with approximately 417 males and 397 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 96 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 773. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.81%, with male literacy at about 75.06% and female literacy near 45.84%. There are around 174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kastara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 814 | 417 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 773 | 397 | 376 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 313 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 104 | 215 |
Connectivity of Kastara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kastara. As per the 2011 stats, Kastara 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kastara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kastara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kastara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kastara
- Where is Kastara located?
- Kastara village is situated in Kundam Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kastara?
- Kastara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kastara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kastara is 814, with 417 males and 397 females.
- How many households are there in Kastara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kastara village has a total of 174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kastara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastara is 60.81%. The male literacy rate is 75.06%, while the female literacy rate is 45.84%.