Katgaon (30/7) - Nichar, Kinnaur
Katgaon (30/7) is a village situated in the Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Katgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katgaon (30/7) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katgaon (30/7) is 027127. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.42 hectares and falls under the 172118 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Katgaon (30/7) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinnaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katgaon (30/7)
According to the 2011 Census, Katgaon (30/7) village had a total population of 704 people, including 371 males and 333 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.02%, with male literacy at 88.22% and female literacy at 72.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 410.
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 | 704 | 371 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 78 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 410 | 212 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 292 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 79 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Katgaon (30/7)
Katgaon (30/7) 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 Katgaon (30/7)
Katgaon (30/7) 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 Reckong Peo to Katgaon (30/7) is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katgaon (30/7)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katgaon (30/7) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katgaon (30/7)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katgaon (30/7) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katgaon (30/7)
Where is Katgaon (30/7) located?
Katgaon (30/7) village is located in Nichar Tehsil, Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katgaon (30/7)?
The Gram Panchayat of Katgaon (30/7) is Katgaon.
What is the pincode of Katgaon (30/7)?
The pincode of Katgaon (30/7) is 172118.
What is the population of Katgaon (30/7)?
Katgaon (30/7) had a total population of 704, including 371 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Katgaon (30/7)?
Katgaon (30/7) had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katgaon (30/7)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katgaon (30/7) was 81.02%. Male literacy was 88.22% and female literacy was 72.97%.