Katorar - Nahan, Sirmaur
Katorar is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Banethi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katorar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katorar is 023129. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Katorar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katorar
According to the 2011 Census, Katorar village had a total population of 165 people, including 82 males and 83 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.19%, with male literacy at 86.30% and female literacy at 58.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 9 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 63 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 19 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Katorar
Katorar 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 Katorar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Katorar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Katorar is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katorar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katorar 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 Katorar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katorar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katorar
Where is Katorar located?
Katorar village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katorar?
The Gram Panchayat of Katorar is Banethi.
What is the pincode of Katorar?
The pincode of Katorar is 173001.
What is the population of Katorar?
Katorar had a total population of 165, including 82 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Katorar?
Katorar had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katorar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katorar was 73.19%. Male literacy was 86.30% and female literacy was 58.46%.