Kariyal

Kariyal is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kariyal village. As per 2009 stats, Patgehar is the gram panchayat of Kariyal village.

Kariyal 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 Kariyal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kariyal is 024799. The village spans a total geographical area of 4.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171012. Shimla is nearest town to Kariyal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kariyal 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 Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kariyal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 23 11 12
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 6 4 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 14 6 8
Illiterate Population 9 5 4

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

  • The total population of Kariyal village is around 23, including approximately 11 males and 12 females, with a sex ratio of 1090 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 6 children aged 0–6 years in Kariyal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kariyal village is about 60.87%, with male literacy at 54.55% and female literacy at 66.67%.
  • There are around 5 households in Kariyal village.

Connectivity of Kariyal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kariyal. As per the 2011 stats, Kariyal 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 Kariyal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kariyal

Where is Kariyal located?
Kariyal village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kariyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kariyal is Patgehar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kariyal?
The pincode of Kariyal is 171012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kariyal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kariyal is 23, with 11 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Kariyal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kariyal village has a total of 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kariyal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kariyal is 60.87%. The male literacy rate is 54.55%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.