Kestara
Kestara is a village located in Murarai I subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1.5km away from sub-district headquarter Murarai (tehsildar office) and 76.2km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Murarai is the gram panchayat of Kestara village.
Kestara has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Kestara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kestara is 316044. The village spans a total geographical area of 142.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731219. Jangipur is nearest town to Kestara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Kestara
Population of Kestara
Below is a concise population overview of Kestara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 998 | 499 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 972 | 487 | 485 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 206 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 293 | 370 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kestara village:
- The total population of Kestara village is around 998, including approximately 499 males and 499 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 162 children aged 0–6 years in Kestara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kestara village has 972 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kestara village is about 33.57%, with male literacy at 41.28% and female literacy at 25.85%.
- There are around 231 households in Kestara village.
Connectivity of Kestara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kestara. As per the 2011 stats, Kestara 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kestara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kestara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kestara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kestara
- Where is Kestara located?
- Kestara village is situated in Murarai I Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kestara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kestara is Murarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kestara?
- The pincode of Kestara is 731219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kestara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kestara is 998, with 499 males and 499 females.
- How many households are there in Kestara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kestara village has a total of 231 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kestara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kestara is 33.57%. The male literacy rate is 41.28%, while the female literacy rate is 25.85%.