Katna - Dhari, Nainital
Katna is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Katna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katna is 054974. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.52 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Katna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katna
According to the 2011 Census, Katna village had a total population of 655 people, including 339 males and 316 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.64%, with male literacy at 89.85% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 655 | 339 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 73 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 239 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 100 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Katna
Katna 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 Katna
Katna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhimtal to Katna is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Katna is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katna
Where is Katna located?
Katna village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katna?
Katna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katna?
The pincode of Katna is 263132.
What is the population of Katna?
Katna had a total population of 655, including 339 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Katna?
Katna had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katna was 80.64%. Male literacy was 89.85% and female literacy was 71.43%.