Kashtagora
Kashtagora is a village located in Santuri subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.5km away from sub-district headquarter Santuri (tehsildar office) and 74.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Balitora is the gram panchayat of Kashtagora village.
Here you can discover what makes Kashtagora unique in its vibrant Santuri-Puruliya region. You’ll see Kashtagora’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 Kashtagora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kashtagora is 330506. The village spans a total geographical area of 110.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723157. Burnpur is nearest town to Kashtagora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kashtagora
Population of Kashtagora
According to the 2011 Census, Kashtagora has a total population of about 668, with approximately 328 males and 340 females. The sex ratio is around 1036 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 364 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.69%, with male literacy at about 70.43% and female literacy near 41.47%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kashtagora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 668 | 328 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 41 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 172 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 372 | 231 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 97 | 199 |
Connectivity of Kashtagora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kashtagora. As per the 2011 stats, Kashtagora 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 Kashtagora
Knowing the nearby villages of Kashtagora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kashtagora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kashtagora
- Where is Kashtagora located?
- Kashtagora village is situated in Santuri Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kashtagora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kashtagora is Balitora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kashtagora?
- The pincode of Kashtagora is 723157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kashtagora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kashtagora is 668, with 328 males and 340 females.
- How many households are there in Kashtagora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kashtagora village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kashtagora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kashtagora is 55.69%. The male literacy rate is 70.43%, while the female literacy rate is 41.47%.