Katola
About Katola
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Katola village is 024857. Katola village is located in Junga tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Junga. Junga is the sub-district headquarter of Katola village. As per 2009 stats, Janedghat is the gram panchayat of Katola village.
The total geographical area of village is 64.89 hectares. Katola has a total population of 275 peoples, out of which male population is 140 while female population is 135. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 964 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of katola village is 78.18% out of which 84.29% males and 71.85% females are literate. There are about 54 houses in katola village. Pincode of katola village locality is 173217.
When it comes to administration, Katola village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Katola village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to katola village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Katola
The population details of Katola cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 275 | 140 | 135 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 228 | 112 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 215 | 118 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 22 | 38 |
Connectivity of Katola
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Katola
Where is Katola located?
Katola village is situated in Junga Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katola?
The Gram Panchayat of Katola is Janedghat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katola?
The pincode of Katola is 173217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katola is 275, with 140 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Katola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katola village has a total of 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katola as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katola is 78.18%. The male literacy rate is 84.29%, while the female literacy rate is 71.85%.