Katoh - Rakkar, Kangra
Katoh is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Katoh Tikkar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katoh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katoh is 010771. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.37 hectares and falls under the 177034 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Katoh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katoh
According to the 2011 Census, Katoh village had a total population of 568 people, including 301 males and 267 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.62%, with male literacy at 92.73% and female literacy at 82.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 568 | 301 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 255 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 46 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Katoh
Katoh 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 Katoh
Katoh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Katoh is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katoh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katoh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katoh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katoh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katoh
Where is Katoh located?
Katoh village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katoh?
The Gram Panchayat of Katoh is Katoh Tikkar.
What is the pincode of Katoh?
The pincode of Katoh is 177034.
What is the population of Katoh?
Katoh had a total population of 568, including 301 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Katoh?
Katoh had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katoh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katoh was 87.62%. Male literacy was 92.73% and female literacy was 82.00%.