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)
As per Census 2011, Katgaon (30/7) village has a total population of 704 people, consisting of 371 males and 333 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 508 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 410 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katgaon (30/7) are given below:
| 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) has a total population of 704, including 371 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Katgaon (30/7)?
There are 224 households in Katgaon (30/7).
What is the literacy rate in Katgaon (30/7)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katgaon (30/7) is 72.16%. Male literacy is 78.71% and female literacy is 64.86%.