Katirar - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Katirar is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Swahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katirar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katirar is 019609. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.83 hectares and falls under the 174310 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Katirar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katirar
As per Census 2011, Katirar village has a total population of 204 people, consisting of 107 males and 97 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katirar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 83 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 24 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Katirar
Katirar 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 Katirar
Katirar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Katirar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Katirar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Katirar is about 50 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 Katirar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katirar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katirar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katirar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katirar
Where is Katirar located?
Katirar village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katirar?
The Gram Panchayat of Katirar is Swahan.
What is the pincode of Katirar?
The pincode of Katirar is 174310.
What is the population of Katirar?
Katirar has a total population of 204, including 107 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Katirar?
There are 41 households in Katirar.
What is the literacy rate in Katirar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katirar is 68.63%. Male literacy is 77.57% and female literacy is 58.76%.