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.

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 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.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kastal village:

  • The total population of Kastal village is around 376, including approximately 189 males and 187 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Kastal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kastal village has 62 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kastal village is about 70.48%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 59.89%.
  • There are around 71 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 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%.