Kastor
Kastor is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Kastor unique in its vibrant Gazole-Maldah region. You’ll see Kastor’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 Kastor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastor is 312665. The village spans a total geographical area of 137.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Kastor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kastor
Population of Kastor
According to the 2011 Census, Kastor has a total population of about 989, with approximately 502 males and 487 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 181 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 162. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.19%, with male literacy at about 57.17% and female literacy near 49.08%. There are around 219 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kastor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 | 502 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 66 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 70 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 287 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 215 | 248 |
Connectivity of Kastor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kastor. As per the 2011 stats, Kastor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kastor
Knowing the nearby villages of Kastor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kastor.
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%.