Katkot Kalan - Doiwala, Dehradun
Katkot Kalan is a village situated in the Doiwala tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Rishikesh and around 30 km from Dehradun. Dharkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katkot Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkot Kalan is 045294. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.13 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Doiwala is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Katkot Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doiwala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katkot Kalan
As per Census 2011, Katkot Kalan village has a total population of 24 people, consisting of 13 males and 11 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18 literate and 6 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katkot Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Katkot Kalan
Katkot Kalan 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 Katkot Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katkot Kalan.
| 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 Doiwala to Katkot Kalan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Katkot Kalan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katkot Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkot Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katkot Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkot Kalan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katkot Kalan
Where is Katkot Kalan located?
Katkot Kalan village is located in Doiwala Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkot Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Katkot Kalan is Dharkot.
What is the pincode of Katkot Kalan?
The pincode of Katkot Kalan is 248001.
What is the population of Katkot Kalan?
Katkot Kalan has a total population of 24, including 13 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Katkot Kalan?
There are 6 households in Katkot Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Katkot Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkot Kalan is 75.00%. Male literacy is 76.92% and female literacy is 72.73%.