Katritang - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Katritang is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Katri Teng B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Katritang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katritang is 003612. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.7 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Katritang 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 Katritang
According to the 2011 Census, Katritang village had a total population of 1,346 people, including 676 males and 670 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.41%, with male literacy at 74.95% and female literacy at 45.13%.
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 | 1,346 | 676 | 670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 157 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 389 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 287 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Katritang
Katritang 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 Katritang
Katritang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Katritang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Katritang is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Katritang is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katritang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katritang 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 Katritang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katritang 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katritang
Where is Katritang located?
Katritang village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Katritang?
The Halqa Panchayat of Katritang is Katri Teng B.
What is the pincode of Katritang?
The pincode of Katritang is 192124.
What is the population of Katritang?
Katritang had a total population of 1,346, including 676 males and 670 females.
How many households are there in Katritang?
Katritang had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katritang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katritang was 59.41%. Male literacy was 74.95% and female literacy was 45.13%.