Katli - Samba
Katli is a village situated in the Samba tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Samba, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Diani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katli is 006461. The village covers a total geographical area of 1609.1 hectares and falls under the 184121 pincode.
Katli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katli
As per Census 2011, Katli village has a total population of 5,889 people, consisting of 3,437 males and 2,452 females. The village has 1,107 households and a sex ratio of 713 females per 1,000 males. There are 725 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,360 literate and 1,529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,602 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 295 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,889 | 3,437 | 2,452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 725 | 404 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,602 | 1,379 | 1,223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 165 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 4,360 | 2,774 | 1,586 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,529 | 663 | 866 |
Nearby Villages of Katli
Katli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Girdhari | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Chak Jangi | South | 1.40 km |
| Mandi Garh | North | 1.67 km |
| Sargwal | South | 2.06 km |
| Mandi Paswalian | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Mandi Thalora | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Karandi | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Dabeka | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Samlah | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Kotera | North-West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katli
Katli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Samba, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Katli is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katli
Where is Katli located?
Katli village is located in Samba Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katli?
The Gram Panchayat of Katli is Diani.
What is the pincode of Katli?
The pincode of Katli is 184121.
What is the population of Katli?
Katli has a total population of 5,889, including 3,437 males and 2,452 females.
How many households are there in Katli?
There are 1,107 households in Katli.
What is the literacy rate in Katli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katli is 74.04%. Male literacy is 80.71% and female literacy is 64.68%.