Kastooripur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Kastooripur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Kastooripur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kastooripur is 167711. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.46 hectares and falls under the 224181 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kastooripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kastooripur
According to the 2011 Census, Kastooripur village had a total population of 623 people, including 310 males and 313 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.41%, with male literacy at 78.87% and female literacy at 62.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144.
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 | 623 | 310 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 64 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 209 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 101 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Kastooripur
Kastooripur 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 Kastooripur
Kastooripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mahrajganj to Kastooripur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Kastooripur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kastooripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kastooripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kastooripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kastooripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kastooripur
Where is Kastooripur located?
Kastooripur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kastooripur?
Kastooripur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kastooripur?
The pincode of Kastooripur is 224181.
What is the population of Kastooripur?
Kastooripur had a total population of 623, including 310 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Kastooripur?
Kastooripur had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kastooripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kastooripur was 70.41%. Male literacy was 78.87% and female literacy was 62.08%.