Katal
About Katal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Katal village is 008443. Katal village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Katal village. As per 2009 stats, Atara is the gram panchayat of Katal village.
The total geographical area of village is 84.9 hectares. Katal has a total population of 211 peoples, out of which male population is 117 while female population is 94. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 803 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of katal village is 65.40% out of which 64.96% males and 65.96% females are literate. There are about 49 houses in katal village. Pincode of katal village locality is 176204.
When it comes to administration, Katal 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, Katal village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to katal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Katal
The population details of Katal 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 | 211 | 117 | 94 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 21 | 17 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 76 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 41 | 32 |
Connectivity of Katal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Katal
Where is Katal located?
Katal village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katal?
The Gram Panchayat of Katal is Atara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katal?
The pincode of Katal is 176204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katal is 211, with 117 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Katal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katal village has a total of 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katal is 65.40%. The male literacy rate is 64.96%, while the female literacy rate is 65.96%.