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.

Kastiwal has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur 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 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.

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Population of Kastiwal

Below is a concise population overview of Kastiwal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kastiwal village:

  • The total population of Kastiwal village is around 1,535, including approximately 805 males and 730 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 175 children aged 0–6 years in Kastiwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kastiwal village has 193 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kastiwal village is about 57.33%, with male literacy at 61.37% and female literacy at 52.88%.
  • There are around 294 households in Kastiwal village.

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.

Choranwali Karwalian Haruwal Burj Araian Dabanwala Gujjarpura Kular Dult Doburji Qadian Rajputan Bishniwal

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%.