Kasturi
Kasturi is a village located in Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Colonelganj (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Gonda. As per 2009 stats, Kunwarpur Amarha is the gram panchayat of Kasturi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kasturi unique in its vibrant Colonelganj-Gonda region. You’ll see Kasturi’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 Kasturi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kasturi is 174887. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 271502. Colonelganj is nearest town to Kasturi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kasturi
Population of Kasturi
According to the 2011 Census, Kasturi has a total population of about 1,225, with approximately 615 males and 610 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 285 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 52.33%, with male literacy at about 59.35% and female literacy near 45.25%. There are around 204 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kasturi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,225 | 615 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 121 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 142 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 641 | 365 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 250 | 334 |
Connectivity of Kasturi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kasturi. As per the 2011 stats, Kasturi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kasturi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kasturi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kasturi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kasturi
- Where is Kasturi located?
- Kasturi village is situated in Colonelganj Tehsil, within the Gonda district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kasturi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kasturi is Kunwarpur Amarha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kasturi?
- The pincode of Kasturi is 271502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kasturi is 1,225, with 615 males and 610 females.
- How many households are there in Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kasturi village has a total of 204 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kasturi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kasturi is 52.33%. The male literacy rate is 59.35%, while the female literacy rate is 45.25%.