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.
Here you can discover what makes Kestara unique in its vibrant Murarai I-Birbhum region. You’ll see Kestara’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kestara has a total population of about 998, with approximately 499 males and 499 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 162 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 972 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.57%, with male literacy at about 41.28% and female literacy near 25.85%. There are around 231 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kestara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.