Katimi - Betalghat, Nainital
Katimi is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Katmeegajar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katimi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katimi is 054614. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.06 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Katimi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Katimi
According to the 2011 Census, Katimi village had a total population of 284 people, including 131 males and 153 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,168 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.31%, with male literacy at 84.91% and female literacy at 63.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 284 | 131 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 41 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Katimi
Katimi 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 Katimi
Katimi 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 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 Ranikhet to Katimi is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Katimi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katimi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katimi 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 Katimi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katimi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katimi
Where is Katimi located?
Katimi village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katimi?
The Gram Panchayat of Katimi is Katmeegajar.
What is the pincode of Katimi?
The pincode of Katimi is 263134.
What is the population of Katimi?
Katimi had a total population of 284, including 131 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Katimi?
Katimi had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katimi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katimi was 73.31%. Male literacy was 84.91% and female literacy was 63.85%.