Katoo - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Katoo is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Katoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katoo is 003594. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.3 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Katoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijbehara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katoo
As per Census 2011, Katoo village has a total population of 1,372 people, consisting of 720 males and 652 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 661 literate and 711 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,372 | 720 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 148 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 661 | 398 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 322 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Katoo
Katoo 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 Katoo
Katoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Katoo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Katoo is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Katoo is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katoo 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 Katoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katoo 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 Katoo
Where is Katoo located?
Katoo village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katoo?
Katoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katoo?
The pincode of Katoo is 192124.
What is the population of Katoo?
Katoo has a total population of 1,372, including 720 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Katoo?
There are 179 households in Katoo.
What is the literacy rate in Katoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katoo is 48.18%. Male literacy is 55.28% and female literacy is 40.34%.