Kustor
Kustor is a village located in Mejhia subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.8km away from sub-district headquarter Mejhia. Bankura is the district headquarter of Kustor village. As per 2009 stats, Kushtore is the gram panchayat of Kustor village.
Here you can discover what makes Kustor unique in its vibrant Mejhia-Bankura region. You’ll see Kustor’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 Kustor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kustor is 326134. The village spans a total geographical area of 459.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722143. Raniganj is nearest town to Kustor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kustor
Population of Kustor
According to the 2011 Census, Kustor has a total population of about 3,278, with approximately 1,697 males and 1,581 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 518 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 797 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 48.02%, with male literacy at about 61.58% and female literacy near 33.46%. There are around 582 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kustor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,278 | 1,697 | 1,581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 275 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 797 | 390 | 407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,574 | 1,045 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,704 | 652 | 1,052 |
Connectivity of Kustor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kustor. As per the 2011 stats, Kustor 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 Kustor
Knowing the nearby villages of Kustor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kustor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kustor
- Where is Kustor located?
- Kustor village is situated in Mejhia Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kustor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kustor is Kushtore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kustor?
- The pincode of Kustor is 722143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kustor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kustor is 3,278, with 1,697 males and 1,581 females.
- How many households are there in Kustor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kustor village has a total of 582 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kustor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kustor is 48.02%. The male literacy rate is 61.58%, while the female literacy rate is 33.46%.