Sastanagar
Sastanagar is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sastanagar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dantan Ii is the gram panchayat of Sastanagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Sastanagar unique in its vibrant Dantan I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Sastanagar’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 Sastanagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sastanagar is 343753. The village spans a total geographical area of 10.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721426. Kharagpur is nearest town to Sastanagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Sastanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Sastanagar has a total population of about 1,344, with approximately 649 males and 695 females. The sex ratio is around 1070 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 670 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 170. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.71%, with male literacy at about 65.64% and female literacy near 56.12%. There are around 276 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sastanagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,344 | 649 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 81 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 670 | 331 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 93 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 816 | 426 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 223 | 305 |
Connectivity of Sastanagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sastanagar. As per the 2011 stats, Sastanagar 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sastanagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sastanagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sastanagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sastanagar
- Where is Sastanagar located?
- Sastanagar village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sastanagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sastanagar is Dantan Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sastanagar?
- The pincode of Sastanagar is 721426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sastanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sastanagar is 1,344, with 649 males and 695 females.
- How many households are there in Sastanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sastanagar village has a total of 276 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sastanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sastanagar is 60.71%. The male literacy rate is 65.64%, while the female literacy rate is 56.12%.