Bistara

Bistara is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bistara village. As per 2009 stats, Bistra is the gram panchayat of Bistara village.

Here you can discover what makes Bistara unique in its vibrant Murwara-Katni region. You’ll see Bistara’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 Bistara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bistara is 488095. The village spans a total geographical area of 353.64 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Bistara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bistara 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 Murwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Bistara

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Population of Bistara

According to the 2011 Census, Bistara has a total population of about 1,291, with approximately 667 males and 624 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 209 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 109 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 421. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.57%, with male literacy at about 62.37% and female literacy near 35.90%. There are around 313 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bistara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,291 667 624
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 209 107 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 109 56 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 421 206 215
Literate Population 640 416 224
Illiterate Population 651 251 400

Connectivity of Bistara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bistara. As per the 2011 stats, Bistara 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bistara

Knowing the nearby villages of Bistara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bistara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bistara

Where is Bistara located?
Bistara village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bistara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bistara is Bistra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bistara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bistara is 1,291, with 667 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Bistara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bistara village has a total of 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bistara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bistara is 49.57%. The male literacy rate is 62.37%, while the female literacy rate is 35.90%.