Kistur

Kistur is a village located in Tyuni tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Tyuni (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Kisture is the gram panchayat of Kistur village.

Here you can discover what makes Kistur unique in its vibrant Tyuni-Dehradun region. You’ll see Kistur’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 Kistur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kistur is 044755. The village spans a total geographical area of 347.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248199. Chakrata is nearest town to Kistur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Kistur

According to the 2011 Census, Kistur has a total population of about 549, with approximately 289 males and 260 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 119 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 299. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.37%, with male literacy at about 67.47% and female literacy near 41.92%. There are around 55 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kistur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 549 289 260
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 40 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 119 71 48
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 299 151 148
Literate Population 304 195 109
Illiterate Population 245 94 151

Connectivity of Kistur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kistur. As per the 2011 stats, Kistur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kistur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kistur

Where is Kistur located?

Kistur village is situated in Tyuni Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Kistur?

The Gram Panchayat of Kistur is Kisture (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Kistur?

The pincode of Kistur is 248199, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Kistur as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kistur is 549, with 289 males and 260 females.

How many households are there in Kistur as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Kistur village has a total of 55 households.

What is the literacy rate in Kistur as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kistur is 55.37%. The male literacy rate is 67.47%, while the female literacy rate is 41.92%.