Katarmal - Garud, Bageshwar
Katarmal is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Katarmal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarmal is 051453. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.12 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Katarmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katarmal
As per Census 2011, Katarmal village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 130 males and 150 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 71 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katarmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 130 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 115 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 15 | 56 |
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
Katarmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Katarmal is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, 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 263635.
What is the population of Katarmal?
Katarmal has a total population of 280, including 130 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Katarmal?
There are 61 households in Katarmal.
What is the literacy rate in Katarmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarmal is 74.64%. Male literacy is 88.46% and female literacy is 62.67%.