Katlu - Ramshahr, Solan
Katlu is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Baila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katlu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katlu is 020652. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Katlu 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 Katlu
According to the 2011 Census, Katlu village had a total population of 45 people, including 25 males and 20 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.18%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 52.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Katlu
Katlu 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 Katlu
Public transport in the Katlu 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Katlu is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katlu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katlu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katlu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katlu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katlu
Where is Katlu located?
Katlu village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katlu?
The Gram Panchayat of Katlu is Baila.
What is the pincode of Katlu?
The pincode of Katlu is 174102.
What is the population of Katlu?
Katlu had a total population of 45, including 25 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Katlu?
Katlu had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katlu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katlu was 68.18%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 52.63%.