Katal - Arki, Solan
Katal is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Palog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katal is 020248. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.62 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Katal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katal
According to the 2011 Census, Katal village had a total population of 39 people, including 17 males and 22 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,294 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 82.35%.
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 | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Katal
Katal 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 Katal
Public transport in the Katal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Katal is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katal 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 Katal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katal
Where is Katal located?
Katal village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katal?
The Gram Panchayat of Katal is Palog.
What is the pincode of Katal?
The pincode of Katal is 173207.
What is the population of Katal?
Katal had a total population of 39, including 17 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Katal?
Katal had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katal was 87.50%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 82.35%.