Katarmal - Manjakote, Rajouri
Katarmal is a village situated in the Manjakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Rajouri and around 8 km from Rajouri. Katarmal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarmal is 001330. The village covers a total geographical area of 640.2 hectares and falls under the 185131 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Katarmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katarmal
According to the 2011 Census, Katarmal village had a total population of 1,680 people, including 861 males and 819 females, living in 342 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.90%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 70.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,540.
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 | 1,680 | 861 | 819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 171 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,540 | 789 | 751 |
| Literate Population | 1,093 | 615 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 246 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Katarmal
Katarmal 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 Katarmal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katarmal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rajouri to Katarmal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katarmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katarmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katarmal
Where is Katarmal located?
Katarmal village is located in Manjakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katarmal?
Katarmal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katarmal?
The pincode of Katarmal is 185131.
What is the population of Katarmal?
Katarmal had a total population of 1,680, including 861 males and 819 females.
How many households are there in Katarmal?
Katarmal had 342 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katarmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarmal was 79.90%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 70.50%.