Katoh - Baldwara, Mandi
Katoh is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Nawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katoh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katoh is 014205. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.52 hectares and falls under the 175034 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Katoh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katoh
As per Census 2011, Katoh village has a total population of 410 people, consisting of 193 males and 217 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,124 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 312 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katoh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 410 | 193 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 77 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 152 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 41 | 57 |
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 Mandi to Katoh is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katoh
Where is Katoh located?
Katoh village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katoh?
The Gram Panchayat of Katoh is Nawani.
What is the pincode of Katoh?
The pincode of Katoh is 175034.
What is the population of Katoh?
Katoh has a total population of 410, including 193 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Katoh?
There are 92 households in Katoh.
What is the literacy rate in Katoh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katoh is 76.10%. Male literacy is 78.76% and female literacy is 73.73%.