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.
Bistara has its own place in the vibrant Katni 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 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
Population of Bistara
Below is a concise population overview of Bistara 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bistara village:
- The total population of Bistara village is around 1,291, including approximately 667 males and 624 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 209 children aged 0–6 years in Bistara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bistara village has 109 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 421 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bistara village is about 49.57%, with male literacy at 62.37% and female literacy at 35.90%.
- There are around 313 households in Bistara village.
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%.