Katol - Karsog, Mandi
Katol is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Chouri Dhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katol is 016273. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.74 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Katol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katol
According to the 2011 Census, Katol village had a total population of 335 people, including 180 males and 155 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.89%, with male literacy at 83.44% and female literacy at 56.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 335 | 180 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 131 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 49 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Katol
Katol 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 Katol
Katol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Katol is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katol 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Katol
Where is Katol located?
Katol village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katol?
The Gram Panchayat of Katol is Chouri Dhar.
What is the pincode of Katol?
The pincode of Katol is 175011.
What is the population of Katol?
Katol had a total population of 335, including 180 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Katol?
Katol had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katol was 70.89%. Male literacy was 83.44% and female literacy was 56.30%.