Kastal
Kastal is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 107km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Kastal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kastal unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Kastal’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 Kastal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kastal is 043758. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249132. Chamba is nearest town to Kastal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 89km 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 Dhanolti 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kastal has a total population of about 376, with approximately 189 males and 187 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 62 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 70.48%, with male literacy at about 80.95% and female literacy near 59.89%. There are around 71 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kastal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 376 | 189 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 265 | 153 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 36 | 75 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 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 Tehri 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 249132, 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 376, with 189 males and 187 females.
- How many households are there in Kastal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kastal village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kastal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kastal is 70.48%. The male literacy rate is 80.95%, while the female literacy rate is 59.89%.