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.
Kistur has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun 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 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.
Google Map of Kistur
Population of Kistur
Below is a concise population overview of Kistur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kistur village:
- The total population of Kistur village is around 549, including approximately 289 males and 260 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Kistur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kistur village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 299 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kistur village is about 55.37%, with male literacy at 67.47% and female literacy at 41.92%.
- There are around 55 households in Kistur village.
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%.