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.
Dastura has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Dastura 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dastura village:
- The total population of Dastura village is around 3,072, including approximately 1,535 males and 1,537 females, with a sex ratio of 1001 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 526 children aged 0–6 years in Dastura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dastura village has 374 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dastura village is about 59.44%, with male literacy at 64.56% and female literacy at 54.33%.
- There are around 641 households in Dastura village.
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%.