Katoi - Bharoli, Kangra
Katoi is a village situated in the Bharoli tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Dharmsala. Kopra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katoi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katoi is 010555. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.7 hectares and falls under the 176036 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Katoi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katoi
According to the 2011 Census, Katoi village had a total population of 550 people, including 273 males and 277 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.58%, with male literacy at 93.17% and female literacy at 82.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 550 | 273 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 61 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 232 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 41 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Katoi
Katoi 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 Katoi
Katoi 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Katoi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katoi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katoi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katoi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katoi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katoi
Where is Katoi located?
Katoi village is located in Bharoli Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katoi?
The Gram Panchayat of Katoi is Kopra.
What is the pincode of Katoi?
The pincode of Katoi is 176036.
What is the population of Katoi?
Katoi had a total population of 550, including 273 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Katoi?
Katoi had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katoi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katoi was 87.58%. Male literacy was 93.17% and female literacy was 82.00%.