Kisna - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Kisna is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Krishna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kisna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kisna is 040376. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.83 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kisna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kisna
As per Census 2011, Kisna village has a total population of 504 people, consisting of 242 males and 262 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kisna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | 242 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 122 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 175 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 67 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Kisna
Kisna is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kisna
Kisna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Kisna is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kisna is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kisna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kisna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kisna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kisna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kisna
Where is Kisna located?
Kisna village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kisna?
The Gram Panchayat of Kisna is Krishna.
What is the pincode of Kisna?
The pincode of Kisna is 249141.
What is the population of Kisna?
Kisna has a total population of 504, including 242 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Kisna?
There are 105 households in Kisna.
What is the literacy rate in Kisna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kisna is 61.51%. Male literacy is 72.31% and female literacy is 51.53%.