Katora
About Katora
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Katora village is 009185. Katora village is located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 56km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Katora village. As per 2009 stats, Katora village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 395.23 hectares. Katora has a total population of 1,757 peoples, out of which male population is 905 while female population is 852. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 941 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of katora village is 79.45% out of which 83.20% males and 75.47% females are literate. There are about 394 houses in katora village. Pincode of katora village locality is 176027.
When it comes to administration, Katora 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, Katora village comes under Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to katora village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Katora
The population details of Katora cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,757 | 905 | 852 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 175 | 105 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 486 | 245 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,396 | 753 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 152 | 209 |
Connectivity of Katora
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Katora
Where is Katora located?
Katora village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katora?
Katora serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Katora?
The pincode of Katora is 176027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katora is 1,757, with 905 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Katora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katora village has a total of 394 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katora as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katora is 79.45%. The male literacy rate is 83.20%, while the female literacy rate is 75.47%.