Kasra

Kasra is a village located in Amta I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.2km away from sub-district headquarter Amta (tehsildar office) and 32.5km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Khosalpur is the gram panchayat of Kasra village.

Here you can discover what makes Kasra unique in its vibrant Amta I-Haora region. You’ll see Kasra’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 Kasra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kasra is 332673. The village spans a total geographical area of 199.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711401. Amta is nearest town to Kasra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kasra 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 Udaynarayanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kasra

According to the 2011 Census, Kasra has a total population of about 2,979, with approximately 1,507 males and 1,472 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 408 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.10%, with male literacy at about 78.43% and female literacy near 65.63%. There are around 558 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kasra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,979 1,507 1,472
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 408 193 215
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3 1 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,148 1,182 966
Illiterate Population 831 325 506

Connectivity of Kasra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kasra. As per the 2011 stats, Kasra 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kasra

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kasra

Where is Kasra located?
Kasra village is situated in Amta I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasra is Khosalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kasra?
The pincode of Kasra is 711401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kasra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kasra is 2,979, with 1,507 males and 1,472 females.
How many households are there in Kasra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kasra village has a total of 558 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kasra is 72.10%. The male literacy rate is 78.43%, while the female literacy rate is 65.63%.