Katoh

Katoh is a village located in Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 84km away from district headquarter Rakkar. Rakkar is the sub-district headquarter of Katoh village. As per 2009 stats, Katoh village is also a gram panchayat.

Katoh has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katoh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katoh is 010771. The village spans a total geographical area of 386.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177043. Nadaun is nearest town to Katoh village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Katoh

Below is a concise population overview of Katoh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 568 301 267
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 26 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 140 73 67
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 460 255 205
Illiterate Population 108 46 62

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katoh village:

  • The total population of Katoh village is around 568, including approximately 301 males and 267 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Katoh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katoh village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Katoh village is about 80.99%, with male literacy at 84.72% and female literacy at 76.78%.
  • There are around 111 households in Katoh village.

Connectivity of Katoh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katoh. As per the 2011 stats, Katoh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Katoh

Knowing the nearby villages of Katoh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katoh.

Gudara Chaplah Uparla Chaplah Jhikla Jhikli Bharoli Uparli Bharoli Ladoa Ban Naun Sarad Lohari Nichli Sarad Dogri Sarad Lohari Uparli Saraddai

Frequently Asked Questions about Katoh

Where is Katoh located?
Katoh village is situated in Rakkar Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katoh?
Katoh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Katoh?
The pincode of Katoh is 177043, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katoh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katoh is 568, with 301 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Katoh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katoh village has a total of 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katoh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katoh is 80.99%. The male literacy rate is 84.72%, while the female literacy rate is 76.78%.