Catchment Area
Catchment Area is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Catchment Area village. As per 2009 stats, Chamyana is the gram panchayat of Catchment Area village.
Here you can discover what makes Catchment Area unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Catchment Area’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Catchment Area
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Catchment Area is 024786. The village spans a total geographical area of 869.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171012. Shimla is nearest town to Catchment Area village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Catchment Area village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Catchment Area
Population of Catchment Area
According to the 2011 Census, Catchment Area has a total population of about 10, with approximately 7 males and 3 females. The sex ratio is around 428 females per 1,000 males. Information on children aged 0 to 6 years is not available. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 90.00%, with male literacy at about 85.71% and female literacy near 100.00%. There are around 4 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Catchment Area's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Connectivity of Catchment Area
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Catchment Area. As per the 2011 stats, Catchment Area had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Catchment Area
Knowing the nearby villages of Catchment Area helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Catchment Area.
Frequently Asked Questions about Catchment Area
- Where is Catchment Area located?
- Catchment Area village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Catchment Area?
- The Gram Panchayat of Catchment Area is Chamyana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Catchment Area?
- The pincode of Catchment Area is 171012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Catchment Area as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Catchment Area is 10, with 7 males and 3 females.
- How many households are there in Catchment Area as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Catchment Area village has a total of 4 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Catchment Area as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Catchment Area is 90.00%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 100.00%.