Katwalta - Bari Brahamana, Samba
Katwalta is a village situated in the Bari Brahamana tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 41 km from Samba and around 41 km from Samba. Katwalta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katwalta is 006297. The village covers a total geographical area of 1928.8 hectares and falls under the 181133 pincode.
Katwalta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vijay pur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katwalta
As per Census 2011, Katwalta village has a total population of 2,306 people, consisting of 1,196 males and 1,110 females. The village has 456 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,414 literate and 892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 713 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 635 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katwalta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,306 | 1,196 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 175 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 713 | 372 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 635 | 328 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 1,414 | 854 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 342 | 550 |
Nearby Villages of Katwalta
Katwalta 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 Katwalta
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Katwalta.
| 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 Samba to Katwalta is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katwalta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katwalta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katwalta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katwalta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katwalta
Where is Katwalta located?
Katwalta village is located in Bari Brahamana Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katwalta?
Katwalta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katwalta?
The pincode of Katwalta is 181133.
What is the population of Katwalta?
Katwalta has a total population of 2,306, including 1,196 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Katwalta?
There are 456 households in Katwalta.
What is the literacy rate in Katwalta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katwalta is 61.32%. Male literacy is 71.40% and female literacy is 50.45%.