Katon - Dambuk Adc, Lower Dibang Valley
Katon is a village situated in the Dambuk Adc circle of Lower Dibang Valley district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Dambuk and around 48 km from Roing. Tapat-kapang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katon is 266326. The village falls under the 792110 pincode.
Katon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katon
According to the 2011 Census, Katon village had a total population of 27 people, including 12 males and 15 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.00%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Katon
Katon 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 Katon
Katon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Roing to Katon is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katon
Where is Katon located?
Katon village is located in Dambuk Adc Circle, Lower Dibang Valley district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katon?
The Gram Panchayat of Katon is Tapat-kapang.
What is the pincode of Katon?
The pincode of Katon is 792110.
What is the population of Katon?
Katon had a total population of 27, including 12 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Katon?
Katon had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katon was 68.00%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 53.85%.