Kostala
Kostala is a village located in Rajura tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Rajura (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Koshtala is the gram panchayat of Kostala village.
Here you can discover what makes Kostala unique in its vibrant Rajura-Chandrapur region. You’ll see Kostala’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 Kostala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kostala is 541826. The village spans a total geographical area of 990.45 hectares. Rajura is nearest town to Kostala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kostala
Population of Kostala
According to the 2011 Census, Kostala has a total population of about 939, with approximately 478 males and 461 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 57 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 307. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.99%, with male literacy at about 61.30% and female literacy near 46.42%. There are around 223 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kostala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 | 478 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 75 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 307 | 142 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 293 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 185 | 247 |
Connectivity of Kostala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kostala. As per the 2011 stats, Kostala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kostala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kostala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kostala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kostala
- Where is Kostala located?
- Kostala village is situated in Rajura Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kostala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kostala is Koshtala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kostala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kostala is 939, with 478 males and 461 females.
- How many households are there in Kostala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kostala village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kostala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kostala is 53.99%. The male literacy rate is 61.30%, while the female literacy rate is 46.42%.