Kasturia
Kasturia is a village located in Harischandrapur I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.2km away from sub-district headquarter Harischandrapur (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Tulsihatta is the gram panchayat of Kasturia village.
Kasturia has its own place in the vibrant Maldah region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kasturia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kasturia is 311978. The village spans a total geographical area of 225.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732140. Malda is nearest town to Kasturia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 86km away.
Google Map of Kasturia
Population of Kasturia
Below is a concise population overview of Kasturia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 904 | 473 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 707 | 369 | 338 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 437 | 271 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 202 | 265 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kasturia village:
- The total population of Kasturia village is around 904, including approximately 473 males and 431 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Kasturia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kasturia village has 707 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kasturia village is about 48.34%, with male literacy at 57.29% and female literacy at 38.52%.
- There are around 215 households in Kasturia village.
Connectivity of Kasturia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kasturia. As per the 2011 stats, Kasturia 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kasturia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kasturia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kasturia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kasturia
- Where is Kasturia located?
- Kasturia village is situated in Harischandrapur I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kasturia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kasturia is Tulsihatta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kasturia?
- The pincode of Kasturia is 732140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kasturia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kasturia is 904, with 473 males and 431 females.
- How many households are there in Kasturia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kasturia village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kasturia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kasturia is 48.34%. The male literacy rate is 57.29%, while the female literacy rate is 38.52%.