Dastura
Dastura is a village located in Magrahat I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Usthi (tehsildar office) and 32.3km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Shrichanda is the gram panchayat of Dastura village.
Here you can discover what makes Dastura unique in its vibrant Magrahat I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Dastura’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 Dastura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dastura is 334125. The village spans a total geographical area of 150.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743375. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Dastura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Dastura
Population of Dastura
According to the 2011 Census, Dastura has a total population of about 3,072, with approximately 1,535 males and 1,537 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 526 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 374 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 59.44%, with male literacy at about 64.56% and female literacy near 54.33%. There are around 641 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dastura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,072 | 1,535 | 1,537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 526 | 248 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 199 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,826 | 991 | 835 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,246 | 544 | 702 |
Connectivity of Dastura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dastura. As per the 2011 stats, Dastura 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dastura
Knowing the nearby villages of Dastura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dastura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dastura
- Where is Dastura located?
- Dastura village is situated in Magrahat I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dastura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dastura is Shrichanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dastura?
- The pincode of Dastura is 743375, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dastura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dastura is 3,072, with 1,535 males and 1,537 females.
- How many households are there in Dastura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dastura village has a total of 641 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dastura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dastura is 59.44%. The male literacy rate is 64.56%, while the female literacy rate is 54.33%.