Kustor - Labpur, Birbhum
Kustor is a village situated in the Labpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Labpur and around 46.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Jamna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kustor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kustor is 317597. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.19 hectares and falls under the 731302 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kustor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kustor
According to the 2011 Census, Kustor village had a total population of 301 people, including 157 males and 144 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.87%, with male literacy at 94.56% and female literacy at 76.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 301 | 157 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 139 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 18 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Kustor
Kustor is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kustor
Kustor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kustor.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Kustor is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kustor is about 46.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kustor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kustor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kustor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kustor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kustor
Where is Kustor located?
Kustor village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kustor?
The Gram Panchayat of Kustor is Jamna.
What is the pincode of Kustor?
The pincode of Kustor is 731302.
What is the population of Kustor?
Kustor had a total population of 301, including 157 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Kustor?
Kustor had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kustor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kustor was 85.87%. Male literacy was 94.56% and female literacy was 76.47%.