Mostala

Mostala is a village located in Bolpur Sriniketan subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.7km away from sub-district headquarter Sriniketan (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Singhee is the gram panchayat of Mostala village.

Here you can discover what makes Mostala unique in its vibrant Bolpur Sriniketan-Birbhum region. You’ll see Mostala’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 Mostala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mostala is 317886. The village spans a total geographical area of 252.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731240. Bolpur is nearest town to Mostala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mostala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nanoor Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bolpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Mostala

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Population of Mostala

According to the 2011 Census, Mostala has a total population of about 558, with approximately 268 males and 290 females. The sex ratio is around 1082 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 243 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 125. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.56%, with male literacy at about 63.06% and female literacy near 48.62%. There are around 138 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mostala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 558 268 290
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 65 24 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 243 115 128
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 125 59 66
Literate Population 310 169 141
Illiterate Population 248 99 149

Connectivity of Mostala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mostala. As per the 2011 stats, Mostala 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mostala

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Mostala

Where is Mostala located?
Mostala village is situated in Bolpur Sriniketan Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mostala?
The Gram Panchayat of Mostala is Singhee (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mostala?
The pincode of Mostala is 731240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mostala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mostala is 558, with 268 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Mostala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mostala village has a total of 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mostala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mostala is 55.56%. The male literacy rate is 63.06%, while the female literacy rate is 48.62%.