Katheen - Kumarsain, Shimla
Katheen is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 107 km from Shimla. Bhareri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katheen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katheen is 023829. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 172027 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Katheen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katheen
According to the 2011 Census, Katheen village had a total population of 203 people, including 96 males and 107 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,115 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.11%, with male literacy at 92.22% and female literacy at 73.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 203 | 96 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 83 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 13 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Katheen
Katheen 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 Katheen
Katheen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shimla to Katheen is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katheen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katheen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katheen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katheen 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katheen
Where is Katheen located?
Katheen village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katheen?
The Gram Panchayat of Katheen is Bhareri.
What is the pincode of Katheen?
The pincode of Katheen is 172027.
What is the population of Katheen?
Katheen had a total population of 203, including 96 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Katheen?
Katheen had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katheen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katheen was 82.11%. Male literacy was 92.22% and female literacy was 73.00%.