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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Kartot village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 203 males and 185 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kartot are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 388, including 203 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Kartot?
There are 80 households in Kartot.
What is the literacy rate in Kartot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kartot is 77.84%. Male literacy is 80.79% and female literacy is 74.59%.