Katwanu - Bali Chowki, Mandi
Katwanu is a village situated in the Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Thata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katwanu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katwanu is 015044. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.09 hectares and falls under the 175106 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Katwanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katwanu
As per Census 2011, Katwanu village has a total population of 391 people, consisting of 201 males and 190 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katwanu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 201 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 160 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 41 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Katwanu
Katwanu 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 Katwanu
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Katwanu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Katwanu is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katwanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katwanu 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 Katwanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katwanu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katwanu
Where is Katwanu located?
Katwanu village is located in Bali Chowki Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katwanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Katwanu is Thata.
What is the pincode of Katwanu?
The pincode of Katwanu is 175106.
What is the population of Katwanu?
Katwanu has a total population of 391, including 201 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Katwanu?
There are 71 households in Katwanu.
What is the literacy rate in Katwanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katwanu is 70.33%. Male literacy is 79.60% and female literacy is 60.53%.