Kastala
Kastala is a village located in Sagar subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.1km away from sub-district headquarter Rudranagar (tehsildar office) and 84.3km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Muriganga I is the gram panchayat of Kastala village.
Here you can discover what makes Kastala unique in its vibrant Sagar-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Kastala’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 Kastala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastala is 335240. The village spans a total geographical area of 298.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743373. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Kastala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kastala
Population of Kastala
According to the 2011 Census, Kastala has a total population of about 1,627, with approximately 851 males and 776 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 328 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 71.42%, with male literacy at about 78.03% and female literacy near 64.18%. There are around 346 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kastala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,627 | 851 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 157 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,162 | 664 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 187 | 278 |
Connectivity of Kastala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kastala. As per the 2011 stats, Kastala 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kastala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kastala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kastala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kastala
- Where is Kastala located?
- Kastala village is situated in Sagar Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kastala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kastala is Muriganga I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kastala?
- The pincode of Kastala is 743373, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kastala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kastala is 1,627, with 851 males and 776 females.
- How many households are there in Kastala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kastala village has a total of 346 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kastala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastala is 71.42%. The male literacy rate is 78.03%, while the female literacy rate is 64.18%.