Klatha - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Klatha is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Badhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Klatha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Klatha is 023379. The village covers a total geographical area of 330 hectares and falls under the 173025 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Klatha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Klatha
As per Census 2011, Klatha village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 318 males and 290 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Klatha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 318 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 48 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 113 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 198 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 120 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Klatha
Klatha 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 Klatha
Klatha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nahan to Klatha is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Klatha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Klatha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Klatha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Klatha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Klatha
Where is Klatha located?
Klatha village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Klatha?
The Gram Panchayat of Klatha is Badhana.
What is the pincode of Klatha?
The pincode of Klatha is 173025.
What is the population of Klatha?
Klatha has a total population of 608, including 318 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Klatha?
There are 97 households in Klatha.
What is the literacy rate in Klatha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Klatha is 55.76%. Male literacy is 62.26% and female literacy is 48.62%.