Kastara

Kastara is a village located in Saltora subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.1km away from sub-district headquarter Saltora. Bankura is the district headquarter of Kastara village. As per 2009 stats, Salma is the gram panchayat of Kastara village.

Kastara has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Kastara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastara is 326002. The village spans a total geographical area of 172.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722158. Ranigang is nearest town to Kastara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Kastara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,461 746 715
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 249 126 123
Scheduled Castes (SC) 239 117 122
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 733 431 302
Illiterate Population 728 315 413

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

  • The total population of Kastara village is around 1,461, including approximately 746 males and 715 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 249 children aged 0–6 years in Kastara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kastara village has 239 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kastara village is about 50.17%, with male literacy at 57.77% and female literacy at 42.24%.
  • There are around 307 households in Kastara village.

Connectivity of Kastara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kastara. As per the 2011 stats, Kastara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kastara

Knowing the nearby villages of Kastara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kastara.

Gopal Nagar Shalchur Salma Dahuka Kamalhir Rangamatia Bhuban Bandi Kendana Swatiwakuri Harakbad Bhangucha

Frequently Asked Questions about Kastara

Where is Kastara located?
Kastara village is situated in Saltora Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kastara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kastara is Salma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kastara?
The pincode of Kastara is 722158, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kastara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kastara is 1,461, with 746 males and 715 females.
How many households are there in Kastara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kastara village has a total of 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kastara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastara is 50.17%. The male literacy rate is 57.77%, while the female literacy rate is 42.24%.