Kastal
Kastal is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Kastal village is also a gram panchayat.
Kastal has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal 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 Kastal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastal is 042938. The village spans a total geographical area of 96.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249181. Tehri is nearest town to Kastal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kastal 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 Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kastal
Population of Kastal
Below is a concise population overview of Kastal 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 | 728 | 327 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 76 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 65 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 347 | 190 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 137 | 244 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kastal village:
- The total population of Kastal village is around 728, including approximately 327 males and 401 females, with a sex ratio of 1226 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 132 children aged 0–6 years in Kastal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kastal village has 147 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kastal village is about 47.66%, with male literacy at 58.10% and female literacy at 39.15%.
- There are around 143 households in Kastal village.
Connectivity of Kastal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kastal. As per the 2011 stats, Kastal 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 Kastal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kastal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kastal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kastal
- Where is Kastal located?
- Kastal village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kastal?
- Kastal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kastal?
- The pincode of Kastal is 249181, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kastal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kastal is 728, with 327 males and 401 females.
- How many households are there in Kastal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kastal village has a total of 143 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kastal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastal is 47.66%. The male literacy rate is 58.10%, while the female literacy rate is 39.15%.