Kastiwal
Kastiwal is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Kastiwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kastiwal unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Kastiwal’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 Kastiwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastiwal is 028780. The village spans a total geographical area of 410 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143507. Batala is nearest town to Kastiwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kastiwal
Population of Kastiwal
According to the 2011 Census, Kastiwal has a total population of about 1,535, with approximately 805 males and 730 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 175 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 193 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.33%, with male literacy at about 61.37% and female literacy near 52.88%. There are around 294 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kastiwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,535 | 805 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 92 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 105 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 880 | 494 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 311 | 344 |
Connectivity of Kastiwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kastiwal. As per the 2011 stats, Kastiwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kastiwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kastiwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kastiwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kastiwal
- Where is Kastiwal located?
- Kastiwal village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kastiwal?
- Kastiwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kastiwal?
- The pincode of Kastiwal is 143507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kastiwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kastiwal is 1,535, with 805 males and 730 females.
- How many households are there in Kastiwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kastiwal village has a total of 294 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kastiwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastiwal is 57.33%. The male literacy rate is 61.37%, while the female literacy rate is 52.88%.