Kartot - Rampur, Shimla
Kartot is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kartot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kartot is 023554. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 172101 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Kartot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kartot
According to the 2011 Census, Kartot village had a total population of 388 people, including 203 males and 185 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.83%, with male literacy at 88.65% and female literacy at 80.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 388 | 203 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 164 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 39 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Kartot
Kartot 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 Kartot
Kartot 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 | 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 Kartot is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kartot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kartot 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kartot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kartot 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 Kartot
Where is Kartot located?
Kartot village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kartot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kartot is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Kartot?
The pincode of Kartot is 172101.
What is the population of Kartot?
Kartot had a total population of 388, including 203 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Kartot?
Kartot had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kartot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kartot was 84.83%. Male literacy was 88.65% and female literacy was 80.70%.