Katsari - Rohru, Shimla
Katsari is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Karchhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katsari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katsari is 026518. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.43 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Katsari 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 Katsari
As per Census 2011, Katsari village has a total population of 437 people, consisting of 229 males and 208 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katsari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 229 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 210 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 19 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Katsari
Katsari 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 Katsari
Katsari 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 Katsari is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katsari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katsari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katsari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katsari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katsari
Where is Katsari located?
Katsari village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katsari?
The Gram Panchayat of Katsari is Karchhari.
What is the pincode of Katsari?
The pincode of Katsari is 171207.
What is the population of Katsari?
Katsari has a total population of 437, including 229 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Katsari?
There are 103 households in Katsari.
What is the literacy rate in Katsari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katsari is 89.24%. Male literacy is 91.70% and female literacy is 86.54%.