Kishala
Kishala is a village located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kisala is the gram panchayat of Kishala village.
Kishala has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi 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 Kishala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kishala is 040337. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249141. Barkot is nearest town to Kishala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kishala 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 Purola 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 Kishala
Population of Kishala
Below is a concise population overview of Kishala 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 | 251 | 139 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 164 | 110 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 29 | 58 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kishala village:
- The total population of Kishala village is around 251, including approximately 139 males and 112 females, with a sex ratio of 805 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Kishala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Kishala village is about 65.34%, with male literacy at 79.14% and female literacy at 48.21%.
- There are around 50 households in Kishala village.
Connectivity of Kishala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kishala. As per the 2011 stats, Kishala 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 Kishala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kishala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kishala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kishala
- Where is Kishala located?
- Kishala village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kishala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kishala is Kisala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kishala?
- The pincode of Kishala is 249141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kishala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kishala is 251, with 139 males and 112 females.
- How many households are there in Kishala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kishala village has a total of 50 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kishala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kishala is 65.34%. The male literacy rate is 79.14%, while the female literacy rate is 48.21%.