Katwalt - Chenani, Udhampur
Katwalt is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Katwalt village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katwalt is 004998. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.4 hectares and falls under the 182141 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Katwalt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katwalt
According to the 2011 Census, Katwalt village had a total population of 1,720 people, including 890 males and 830 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.37%, with male literacy at 72.82% and female literacy at 44.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 292, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 271.
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 | 1,720 | 890 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 169 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 146 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 140 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 827 | 525 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 365 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Katwalt
Katwalt 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 Katwalt
Katwalt is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chenani to Katwalt is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Katwalt is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katwalt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katwalt 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 Katwalt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katwalt village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katwalt
Where is Katwalt located?
Katwalt village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Katwalt?
Katwalt is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katwalt?
The pincode of Katwalt is 182141.
What is the population of Katwalt?
Katwalt had a total population of 1,720, including 890 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Katwalt?
Katwalt had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katwalt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katwalt was 59.37%. Male literacy was 72.82% and female literacy was 44.94%.