Ghastoria
Ghastoria is a village located in Manbazar I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.4km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 40.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Gopalnagar is the gram panchayat of Ghastoria village.
Ghastoria has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Ghastoria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghastoria is 332062. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723128. Puruliya is nearest town to Ghastoria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Ghastoria
Population of Ghastoria
Below is a concise population overview of Ghastoria 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 | 761 | 397 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 660 | 347 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 295 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 102 | 195 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghastoria village:
- The total population of Ghastoria village is around 761, including approximately 397 males and 364 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Ghastoria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghastoria village has 37 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 660 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghastoria village is about 60.97%, with male literacy at 74.31% and female literacy at 46.43%.
- There are around 172 households in Ghastoria village.
Connectivity of Ghastoria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghastoria. As per the 2011 stats, Ghastoria 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 Ghastoria
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghastoria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghastoria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghastoria
- Where is Ghastoria located?
- Ghastoria village is situated in Manbazar I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghastoria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghastoria is Gopalnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghastoria?
- The pincode of Ghastoria is 723128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghastoria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghastoria is 761, with 397 males and 364 females.
- How many households are there in Ghastoria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghastoria village has a total of 172 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghastoria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghastoria is 60.97%. The male literacy rate is 74.31%, while the female literacy rate is 46.43%.