Kater

Kater is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kater village. As per 2009 stats, Shamlaghat is the gram panchayat of Kater village.

Kater has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kater

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kater is 024395. The village spans a total geographical area of 40.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Jutogh is nearest town to Kater village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kater

Below is a concise population overview of Kater as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 114 56 58
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 11 5 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 93 49 44
Illiterate Population 21 7 14

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kater village:

  • The total population of Kater village is around 114, including approximately 56 males and 58 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 11 children aged 0–6 years in Kater village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kater village is about 81.58%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 75.86%.
  • There are around 21 households in Kater village.

Connectivity of Kater

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kater. As per the 2011 stats, Kater 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kater

Knowing the nearby villages of Kater helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kater.

Tikri Masha Khadol Raura Kanda Dhaila Ladvi Shanwla Galot Shilroo Up Muhal D P F Kharyar Panesh

Frequently Asked Questions about Kater

Where is Kater located?
Kater village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kater?
The Gram Panchayat of Kater is Shamlaghat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kater?
The pincode of Kater is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kater as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kater is 114, with 56 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Kater as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kater village has a total of 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kater as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kater is 81.58%. The male literacy rate is 87.50%, while the female literacy rate is 75.86%.