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.
Here you can discover what makes Kater unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Kater’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 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.
Google Map of Kater
Population of Kater
According to the 2011 Census, Kater has a total population of about 114, with approximately 56 males and 58 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 11 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.58%, with male literacy at about 87.50% and female literacy near 75.86%. There are around 21 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kater's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.