Katehdi - Rohru, Shimla
Katehdi is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Summerkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katehdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katehdi is 026470. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.43 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Katehdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katehdi
As per Census 2011, Katehdi village has a total population of 556 people, consisting of 285 males and 271 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katehdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 556 | 285 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 152 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 221 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 64 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Katehdi
Katehdi 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 Katehdi
Katehdi 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 Katehdi is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katehdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katehdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katehdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katehdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katehdi
Where is Katehdi located?
Katehdi village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katehdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Katehdi is Summerkot.
What is the pincode of Katehdi?
The pincode of Katehdi is 171207.
What is the population of Katehdi?
Katehdi has a total population of 556, including 285 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Katehdi?
There are 133 households in Katehdi.
What is the literacy rate in Katehdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katehdi is 67.99%. Male literacy is 77.54% and female literacy is 57.93%.