Kasturi - Colonelganj, Gonda
Kasturi is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Kasturi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasturi is 174887. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.91 hectares and falls under the 271126 pincode.
Kasturi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kasturi
According to the 2011 Census, Kasturi village had a total population of 1,225 people, including 615 males and 610 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.42%, with male literacy at 73.89% and female literacy at 55.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285.
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 | 1,225 | 615 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 121 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 142 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 365 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 250 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Kasturi
Kasturi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunwarpur Amarha | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Koncha Kasimpur | South | 1.14 km |
| Sikari | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Kamalpur | North | 1.36 km |
| Vishunpur | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Chauri | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Gaddaupur | West | 2.06 km |
| Gourawa Khurd | West | 2.23 km |
| Gonwa | South | 2.59 km |
| Sumerpur | East | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kasturi
Kasturi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kasturi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gonda to Kasturi is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasturi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasturi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kasturi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasturi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kasturi
Where is Kasturi located?
Kasturi village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasturi?
Kasturi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kasturi?
The pincode of Kasturi is 271126.
What is the population of Kasturi?
Kasturi had a total population of 1,225, including 615 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Kasturi?
Kasturi had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasturi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasturi was 64.42%. Male literacy was 73.89% and female literacy was 55.09%.