Kastor
About Kastor
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kastor village is 312665. Kastor village is located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 25.9km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 51.3km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Babupur is the gram panchayat of Kastor village.
The total geographical area of village is 137.42 hectares. Kastor has a total population of 989 peoples, out of which male population is 502 while female population is 487. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 970 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kastor village is 53.19% out of which 57.17% males and 49.08% females are literate. There are about 219 houses in kastor village. Pincode of kastor village locality is 732124.
Old Malda is nearest town to kastor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kastor
The population details of Kastor 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 | 989 | 502 | 487 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 139 | 66 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 162 | 70 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 287 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 215 | 248 |
Connectivity of Kastor
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kastor
Where is Kastor located?
Kastor village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kastor?
The Gram Panchayat of Kastor is Babupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kastor?
The pincode of Kastor is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kastor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kastor is 989, with 502 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Kastor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kastor village has a total of 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kastor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastor is 53.19%. The male literacy rate is 57.17%, while the female literacy rate is 49.08%.