Kastara
About Kastara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kastara village is 326002. Kastara village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 172.96 hectares. Kastara has a total population of 1,461 peoples, out of which male population is 746 while female population is 715. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 958 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kastara village is 50.17% out of which 57.77% males and 42.24% females are literate. There are about 307 houses in kastara village. Pincode of kastara village 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
The population details of Kastara cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,461 | 746 | 715 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 249 | 126 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 239 | 117 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 733 | 431 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 315 | 413 |
Connectivity of Kastara
| 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
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%.