Kastnoli - Ramgarh, Nainital
Kastnoli is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 49 km from Nainital and around 49 km from Nainital. Basgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kastnoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kastnoli is 054723. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.75 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Kastnoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kastnoli
According to the 2011 Census, Kastnoli village had a total population of 56 people, including 31 males and 25 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 806 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Kastnoli
Kastnoli 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 Kastnoli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kastnoli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainital to Kastnoli is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kastnoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kastnoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kastnoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kastnoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kastnoli
Where is Kastnoli located?
Kastnoli village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kastnoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kastnoli is Basgaon.
What is the pincode of Kastnoli?
The pincode of Kastnoli is 263135.
What is the population of Kastnoli?
Kastnoli had a total population of 56, including 31 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Kastnoli?
Kastnoli had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kastnoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kastnoli was 73.33%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 57.14%.