Katwar
About Katwar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Katwar village is 007025. Katwar village is located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Katwar village. As per 2009 stats, Bagheigarh is the gram panchayat of Katwar village.
The total geographical area of village is 504 hectares. Katwar has a total population of 678 peoples, out of which male population is 337 while female population is 341. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1011 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of katwar village is 36.43% out of which 45.10% males and 27.86% females are literate. There are about 123 houses in katwar village. Pincode of katwar village locality is 176319.
When it comes to administration, Katwar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Katwar village comes under Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to katwar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Katwar
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 337 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 152 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 185 | 246 |
Connectivity of Katwar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Katwar
Where is Katwar located?
Katwar village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Katwar is Bagheigarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katwar?
The pincode of Katwar is 176319, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katwar is 678, with 337 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Katwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katwar village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katwar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katwar is 36.43%. The male literacy rate is 45.10%, while the female literacy rate is 27.86%.