Kayal
Kayal is a village located in Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Lohaghat (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Champawat. As per 2009 stats, Kayal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kayal unique in its vibrant Lohaghat-Champawat region. You’ll see Kayal’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 Kayal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kayal is 054377. The village spans a total geographical area of 8.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262524. Lohaghat is nearest town to Kayal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Kayal
Population of Kayal
According to the 2011 Census, Kayal has a total population of about 244, with approximately 113 males and 131 females. The sex ratio is around 1159 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 43 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 38.93%, with male literacy at about 58.41% and female literacy near 22.14%. There are around 48 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kayal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 113 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 17 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 95 | 66 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 47 | 102 |
Connectivity of Kayal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kayal. As per the 2011 stats, Kayal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kayal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kayal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kayal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kayal
- Where is Kayal located?
- Kayal village is situated in Lohaghat Tehsil, within the Champawat district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kayal?
- Kayal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kayal?
- The pincode of Kayal is 262524, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kayal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kayal is 244, with 113 males and 131 females.
- How many households are there in Kayal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kayal village has a total of 48 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kayal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kayal is 38.93%. The male literacy rate is 58.41%, while the female literacy rate is 22.14%.