Katlahar - Rajpura, Patiala
Katlahar is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Katlaher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katlahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katlahar is 036861. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 140401 pincode. Ghanaur is the nearest town.
Katlahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katlahar
According to the 2011 Census, Katlahar village had a total population of 257 people, including 143 males and 114 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 797 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.83%, with male literacy at 74.02% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 257 | 143 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 71 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 94 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 49 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Katlahar
Katlahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haripur Chungiya | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Jarikpur | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Kotla Gehru | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Rasulpur | North | 1.70 km |
| Harigarh | East | 2.01 km |
| Karanpur | South | 2.15 km |
| Mehargarh Batti | South | 2.88 km |
| Rathian | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Alamdipur | North | 2.93 km |
| Chapar | North-West | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katlahar
Katlahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Daun Kalan, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Patiala to Katlahar is about 16 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 Katlahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katlahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katlahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katlahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katlahar
Where is Katlahar located?
Katlahar village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katlahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Katlahar is Katlaher.
What is the pincode of Katlahar?
The pincode of Katlahar is 140401.
What is the population of Katlahar?
Katlahar had a total population of 257, including 143 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Katlahar?
Katlahar had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katlahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katlahar was 68.83%. Male literacy was 74.02% and female literacy was 62.50%.