Katoti - Chaupal, Shimla
Katoti is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Khagna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katoti is 025572. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.66 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Katoti 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 Katoti
According to the 2011 Census, Katoti village had a total population of 125 people, including 65 males and 60 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 89.83% and female literacy at 63.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 53 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 12 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Katoti
Katoti 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 Katoti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katoti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shimla to Katoti is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katoti 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katoti
Where is Katoti located?
Katoti village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Katoti is Khagna.
What is the pincode of Katoti?
The pincode of Katoti is 171211.
What is the population of Katoti?
Katoti had a total population of 125, including 65 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Katoti?
Katoti had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katoti was 77.78%. Male literacy was 89.83% and female literacy was 63.27%.