Kastara - Huzur, Rewa
Kastara is a village situated in the Huzur tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Huzur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Bhmhanagawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kastara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kastara is 467310. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 486550 pincode. Rewa is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kastara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gurh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rewa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kastara
According to the 2011 Census, Kastara village had a total population of 299 people, including 161 males and 138 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.90%, with male literacy at 89.04% and female literacy at 75.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 299 | 161 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 130 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 31 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Kastara
Kastara 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 Kastara
Public transport in the Kastara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rewa to Kastara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kastara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kastara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kastara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kastara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kastara
Where is Kastara located?
Kastara village is located in Huzur Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kastara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kastara is Bhmhanagawan.
What is the pincode of Kastara?
The pincode of Kastara is 486550.
What is the population of Kastara?
Kastara had a total population of 299, including 161 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Kastara?
Kastara had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kastara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kastara was 82.90%. Male literacy was 89.04% and female literacy was 75.61%.