Kushtor
Kushtor is a village located in Santuri subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.3km away from sub-district headquarter Santuri (tehsildar office) and 61.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Ramchandrapur Kotaldi is the gram panchayat of Kushtor village.
Kushtor 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 Kushtor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kushtor is 330529. The village spans a total geographical area of 184.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723156. Burnpur is nearest town to Kushtor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Kushtor
Below is a concise population overview of Kushtor 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 | 570 | 287 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 120 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 214 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 73 | 121 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kushtor village:
- The total population of Kushtor village is around 570, including approximately 287 males and 283 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Kushtor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kushtor village has 239 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kushtor village is about 65.96%, with male literacy at 74.56% and female literacy at 57.24%.
- There are around 125 households in Kushtor village.
Connectivity of Kushtor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kushtor. As per the 2011 stats, Kushtor 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kushtor
Knowing the nearby villages of Kushtor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kushtor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kushtor
- Where is Kushtor located?
- Kushtor village is situated in Santuri Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kushtor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kushtor is Ramchandrapur Kotaldi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kushtor?
- The pincode of Kushtor is 723156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kushtor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kushtor is 570, with 287 males and 283 females.
- How many households are there in Kushtor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kushtor village has a total of 125 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kushtor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kushtor is 65.96%. The male literacy rate is 74.56%, while the female literacy rate is 57.24%.