Kirgani
Kirgani is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Kirgani village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kirgani unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Kirgani’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 Kirgani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kirgani is 043867. The village spans a total geographical area of 183.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249130. Chamba is nearest town to Kirgani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kirgani 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 Kirgani
Population of Kirgani
According to the 2011 Census, Kirgani has a total population of about 629, with approximately 275 males and 354 females. The sex ratio is around 1287 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 141 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 66.93%, with male literacy at about 78.18% and female literacy near 58.19%. There are around 143 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kirgani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | 275 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 67 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 421 | 215 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 60 | 148 |
Connectivity of Kirgani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kirgani. As per the 2011 stats, Kirgani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kirgani
Knowing the nearby villages of Kirgani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kirgani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kirgani
- Where is Kirgani located?
- Kirgani village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kirgani?
- Kirgani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kirgani?
- The pincode of Kirgani is 249130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kirgani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kirgani is 629, with 275 males and 354 females.
- How many households are there in Kirgani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kirgani village has a total of 143 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kirgani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kirgani is 66.93%. The male literacy rate is 78.18%, while the female literacy rate is 58.19%.