Kushtara

Kushtara is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kushtara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bishnupur is the gram panchayat of Kushtara village.

Here you can discover what makes Kushtara unique in its vibrant Salbani-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kushtara’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 Kushtara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kushtara is 338811. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721147. Medinipur is nearest town to Kushtara village for all major economic activities.

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

Google Map of Kushtara

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Population of Kushtara

According to the 2011 Census, Kushtara has a total population of about 625, with approximately 276 males and 349 females. The sex ratio is around 1264 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.24%, with male literacy at about 69.20% and female literacy near 56.73%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kushtara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 625 276 349
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 35 39
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 389 191 198
Illiterate Population 236 85 151

Connectivity of Kushtara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kushtara. As per the 2011 stats, Kushtara 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kushtara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kushtara

Where is Kushtara located?
Kushtara village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kushtara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kushtara is Bishnupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kushtara?
The pincode of Kushtara is 721147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kushtara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kushtara is 625, with 276 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Kushtara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kushtara village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kushtara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kushtara is 62.24%. The male literacy rate is 69.20%, while the female literacy rate is 56.73%.