Kingal

Kingal is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 95km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Kingal village. As per 2009 stats, Zar is the gram panchayat of Kingal village.

Kingal has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Kingal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kingal is 023859. The village spans a total geographical area of 50 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172030. Narkanda is nearest town to Kingal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kingal

Below is a concise population overview of Kingal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 384 217 167
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 27 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 96 54 42
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 42 20 22
Literate Population 277 159 118
Illiterate Population 107 58 49

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kingal village:

  • The total population of Kingal village is around 384, including approximately 217 males and 167 females, with a sex ratio of 769 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Kingal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kingal village has 96 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 42 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kingal village is about 72.14%, with male literacy at 73.27% and female literacy at 70.66%.
  • There are around 84 households in Kingal village.

Connectivity of Kingal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kingal. As per the 2011 stats, Kingal 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kingal

Knowing the nearby villages of Kingal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kingal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kingal

Where is Kingal located?
Kingal village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kingal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kingal is Zar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kingal?
The pincode of Kingal is 172030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kingal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kingal is 384, with 217 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Kingal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kingal village has a total of 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kingal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kingal is 72.14%. The male literacy rate is 73.27%, while the female literacy rate is 70.66%.