Katsoo - Sallar, Anantnag
Katsoo is a village situated in the Sallar tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 24 km from Pahalgam and around 21 km from Anantnag. Katsoo village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katsoo is 003553. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.1 hectares and falls under the 192129 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Katsoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pahalgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katsoo
According to the 2011 Census, Katsoo village had a total population of 3,516 people, including 1,765 males and 1,751 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.22%, with male literacy at 70.15% and female literacy at 46.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 288.
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 | 3,516 | 1,765 | 1,751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 852 | 435 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 154 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,551 | 933 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,965 | 832 | 1,133 |
Nearby Villages of Katsoo
Katsoo 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 Katsoo
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Katsoo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Katsoo is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Katsoo is about 21 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 Katsoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katsoo 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katsoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katsoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katsoo
Where is Katsoo located?
Katsoo village is located in Sallar Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Katsoo?
Katsoo is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katsoo?
The pincode of Katsoo is 192129.
What is the population of Katsoo?
Katsoo had a total population of 3,516, including 1,765 males and 1,751 females.
How many households are there in Katsoo?
Katsoo had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katsoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katsoo was 58.22%. Male literacy was 70.15% and female literacy was 46.33%.