Kestara
About Kestara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kestara village is 316044. Kestara village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 142.06 hectares. Kestara has a total population of 998 peoples, out of which male population is 499 while female population is 499. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kestara village is 33.57% out of which 41.28% males and 25.85% females are literate. There are about 231 houses in kestara village. Pincode of kestara village locality is 731219.
Jangipur is nearest town to kestara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Kestara
The population details of Kestara 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 | 998 | 499 | 499 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 972 | 487 | 485 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 206 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 293 | 370 |
Connectivity of Kestara
| 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 |
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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%.