Kastarai
Kastarai is a village located in Hemtabad subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.5km away from sub-district headquarter Hemtabad. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Kastarai village. As per 2009 stats, Bishnupur is the gram panchayat of Kastarai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kastarai unique in its vibrant Hemtabad-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kastarai’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 Kastarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastarai is 309845. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733134. Raigong is nearest town to Kastarai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Kastarai
Population of Kastarai
According to the 2011 Census, Kastarai has a total population of about 934, with approximately 470 males and 464 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 172 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 93. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.49%, with male literacy at about 61.70% and female literacy near 53.23%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kastarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 934 | 470 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 83 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 290 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 180 | 217 |
Connectivity of Kastarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kastarai. As per the 2011 stats, Kastarai 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 Kastarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kastarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kastarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kastarai
- Where is Kastarai located?
- Kastarai village is situated in Hemtabad Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kastarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kastarai is Bishnupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kastarai?
- The pincode of Kastarai is 733134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kastarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kastarai is 934, with 470 males and 464 females.
- How many households are there in Kastarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kastarai village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kastarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastarai is 57.49%. The male literacy rate is 61.70%, while the female literacy rate is 53.23%.