Katonth - Chaupal, Shimla
Katonth is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katonth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katonth is 025476. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Katonth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katonth
According to the 2011 Census, Katonth village had a total population of 99 people, including 51 males and 48 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.01%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 40 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 11 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Katonth
Katonth 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 Katonth
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katonth.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Katonth 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 Katonth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katonth 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katonth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katonth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katonth
Where is Katonth located?
Katonth village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katonth?
The Gram Panchayat of Katonth is Jhina.
What is the pincode of Katonth?
The pincode of Katonth is 171211.
What is the population of Katonth?
Katonth had a total population of 99, including 51 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Katonth?
Katonth had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katonth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katonth was 79.01%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 66.67%.