Kiali - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Kiali is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Shimla. Patgehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kiali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiali is 024791. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.71 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Kiali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kiali
According to the 2011 Census, Kiali village had a total population of 65 people, including 35 males and 30 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.31%, with male literacy at 84.85% and female literacy at 72.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 7 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Kiali
Kiali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kiali
Kiali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Kiali is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kiali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kiali
Where is Kiali located?
Kiali village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kiali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiali is Patgehar.
What is the pincode of Kiali?
The pincode of Kiali is 171001.
What is the population of Kiali?
Kiali had a total population of 65, including 35 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Kiali?
Kiali had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kiali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiali was 79.31%. Male literacy was 84.85% and female literacy was 72.00%.