Kattal Battal - Nagrota, Jammu
Kattal Battal is a village situated in the Nagrota tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Jammu and around 18 km from Jammu. Katal Batal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kattal Battal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kattal Battal is 005767. The village covers a total geographical area of 614.3 hectares and falls under the 181221 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kattal Battal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kattal Battal
According to the 2011 Census, Kattal Battal village had a total population of 2,451 people, including 1,273 males and 1,178 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.18%, with male literacy at 77.23% and female literacy at 62.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,012, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 446.
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 | 2,451 | 1,273 | 1,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 175 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,012 | 510 | 502 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 236 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 1,471 | 848 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 980 | 425 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Kattal Battal
Kattal Battal 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 Kattal Battal
Public transport in the Kattal Battal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kattal Battal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Kattal Battal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Kattal Battal is about 18 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 Kattal Battal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kattal Battal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kattal Battal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kattal Battal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kattal Battal
Where is Kattal Battal located?
Kattal Battal village is located in Nagrota Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kattal Battal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kattal Battal is Katal Batal.
What is the pincode of Kattal Battal?
The pincode of Kattal Battal is 181221.
What is the population of Kattal Battal?
Kattal Battal had a total population of 2,451, including 1,273 males and 1,178 females.
How many households are there in Kattal Battal?
Kattal Battal had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kattal Battal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kattal Battal was 70.18%. Male literacy was 77.23% and female literacy was 62.42%.