Katola - Junga, Shimla
Katola is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Janedghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katola is 024857. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.89 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Katola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katola
According to the 2011 Census, Katola village had a total population of 275 people, including 140 males and 135 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.98%, with male literacy at 91.47% and female literacy at 78.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228.
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 | 275 | 140 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 112 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 118 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 22 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Katola
Katola 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 Katola
Katola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Shimla to Katola is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katola 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 Katola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katola 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Katola
Where is Katola located?
Katola village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katola?
The Gram Panchayat of Katola is Janedghat.
What is the pincode of Katola?
The pincode of Katola is 171218.
What is the population of Katola?
Katola had a total population of 275, including 140 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Katola?
Katola had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katola was 84.98%. Male literacy was 91.47% and female literacy was 78.23%.