Upper Katchal

Upper Katchal is a village located in Nancowry tehsil of Nicobars district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Nancowrie (tehsildar office) and 180km away from district headquarter Car Nicobar.

Upper Katchal has its own place in the vibrant Nicobars 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 Upper Katchal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upper Katchal is 645080. The village spans a total geographical area of 600 hectares. Port Blair is nearest town to Upper Katchal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 422km away.

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Population of Upper Katchal

Below is a concise population overview of Upper Katchal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 217 120 97
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 16 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 211 117 94
Literate Population 123 81 42
Illiterate Population 94 39 55

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

  • The total population of Upper Katchal village is around 217, including approximately 120 males and 97 females, with a sex ratio of 808 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Upper Katchal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Upper Katchal village has 211 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Upper Katchal village is about 56.68%, with male literacy at 67.50% and female literacy at 43.30%.
  • There are around 55 households in Upper Katchal village.

Connectivity of Upper Katchal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Upper Katchal. As per the 2011 stats, Upper Katchal 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Upper Katchal

Knowing the nearby villages of Upper Katchal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Upper Katchal.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Katchal

Where is Upper Katchal located?
Upper Katchal village is situated in Nancowry Tehsil, within the Nicobars district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the population of Upper Katchal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upper Katchal is 217, with 120 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Upper Katchal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Upper Katchal village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Katchal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upper Katchal is 56.68%. The male literacy rate is 67.50%, while the female literacy rate is 43.30%.