Katheran - Kalol, Bilaspur
Katheran is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Bilaspur. Jejwin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katheran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katheran is 019442. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.11 hectares and falls under the 174031 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Katheran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katheran
According to the 2011 Census, Katheran village had a total population of 88 people, including 41 males and 47 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.01%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 75.61%.
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 | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 8 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Katheran
Katheran 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 Katheran
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Katheran.
| 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 Bilaspur to Katheran is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katheran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katheran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katheran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katheran 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 Katheran
Where is Katheran located?
Katheran village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katheran?
The Gram Panchayat of Katheran is Jejwin.
What is the pincode of Katheran?
The pincode of Katheran is 174031.
What is the population of Katheran?
Katheran had a total population of 88, including 41 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Katheran?
Katheran had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katheran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katheran was 81.01%. Male literacy was 86.84% and female literacy was 75.61%.