Katu

Katu is a village located in Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bijbehara (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Anantnag.

Katu has its own place in the vibrant Anantnag region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katu is 003594. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192124. Beijbehara is nearest town to Katu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Katu

Below is a concise population overview of Katu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,372 720 652
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 274 148 126
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 10 7 3
Literate Population 661 398 263
Illiterate Population 711 322 389

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katu village:

  • The total population of Katu village is around 1,372, including approximately 720 males and 652 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 274 children aged 0–6 years in Katu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katu village has 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katu village is about 48.18%, with male literacy at 55.28% and female literacy at 40.34%.
  • There are around 179 households in Katu village.

Connectivity of Katu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katu. As per the 2011 stats, Katu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Katu

Knowing the nearby villages of Katu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katu.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Katu

Where is Katu located?
Katu village is situated in Bijbehara Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Katu?
The pincode of Katu is 192124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katu is 1,372, with 720 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Katu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katu village has a total of 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katu is 48.18%. The male literacy rate is 55.28%, while the female literacy rate is 40.34%.