Kustia
About Kustia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kustia village is 333605. Kustia village is located in Sonarpur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.1km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 37.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Pratapnagar is the gram panchayat of Kustia village.
The total geographical area of village is 74 hectares. Kustia has a total population of 2,159 peoples, out of which male population is 1,042 while female population is 1,117. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1071 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kustia village is 62.58% out of which 67.95% males and 57.56% females are literate. There are about 496 houses in kustia village. Pincode of kustia village locality is 743330.
When it comes to administration, Kustia village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kustia village comes under Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency. Sonarpur is nearest town to kustia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kustia
The population details of Kustia cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,159 | 1,042 | 1,117 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 295 | 150 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 213 | 112 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,351 | 708 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 334 | 474 |
Connectivity of Kustia
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kustia
Where is Kustia located?
Kustia village is situated in Sonarpur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kustia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kustia is Pratapnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kustia?
The pincode of Kustia is 743330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kustia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kustia is 2,159, with 1,042 males and 1,117 females.
How many households are there in Kustia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kustia village has a total of 496 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kustia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kustia is 62.58%. The male literacy rate is 67.95%, while the female literacy rate is 57.56%.