Kiyal
Kiyal is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Kiyal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kiyal unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Kiyal’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 Kiyal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kiyal is 507539. The village spans a total geographical area of 799.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385310. Dhanera is nearest town to Kiyal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kiyal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kiyal
Population of Kiyal
According to the 2011 Census, Kiyal has a total population of about 2,193, with approximately 1,100 males and 1,093 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 421 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 63 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 37.30%, with male literacy at about 49.45% and female literacy near 25.07%. There are around 323 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kiyal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,193 | 1,100 | 1,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 223 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 818 | 544 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,375 | 556 | 819 |
Connectivity of Kiyal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kiyal. As per the 2011 stats, Kiyal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kiyal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kiyal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kiyal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kiyal
- Where is Kiyal located?
- Kiyal village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kiyal?
- Kiyal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kiyal?
- The pincode of Kiyal is 385310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kiyal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kiyal is 2,193, with 1,100 males and 1,093 females.
- How many households are there in Kiyal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kiyal village has a total of 323 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kiyal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kiyal is 37.30%. The male literacy rate is 49.45%, while the female literacy rate is 25.07%.