Kithara
Kithara is a village located in Koil tehsil of Aligarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Koil (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Aligarh. As per 2009 stats, Kithara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kithara unique in its vibrant Koil-Aligarh region. You’ll see Kithara’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 Kithara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kithara is 122520. The village spans a total geographical area of 264.82 hectares. Aligarh is nearest town to Kithara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kithara 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 Barauli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Aligarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kithara
Population of Kithara
According to the 2011 Census, Kithara has a total population of about 1,954, with approximately 1,026 males and 928 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 348 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 922 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 51.69%, with male literacy at about 61.99% and female literacy near 40.30%. There are around 286 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kithara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,954 | 1,026 | 928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 180 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 922 | 501 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 636 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 944 | 390 | 554 |
Connectivity of Kithara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kithara. As per the 2011 stats, Kithara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kithara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kithara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kithara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kithara
- Where is Kithara located?
- Kithara village is situated in Koil Tehsil, within the Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kithara?
- Kithara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kithara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kithara is 1,954, with 1,026 males and 928 females.
- How many households are there in Kithara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kithara village has a total of 286 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kithara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kithara is 51.69%. The male literacy rate is 61.99%, while the female literacy rate is 40.30%.