Katghar - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Katghar is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Satpuli and around 60 km from Pauri Garhwal. Nav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katghar is 047872. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.91 hectares and falls under the 246167 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Katghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katghar
According to the 2011 Census, Katghar village had a total population of 43 people, including 22 males and 21 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.48%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.95%.
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 | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Katghar
Katghar 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 Katghar
Katghar 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 Lansdowne to Katghar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Katghar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katghar 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 Katghar
Where is Katghar located?
Katghar village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Katghar is Nav.
What is the pincode of Katghar?
The pincode of Katghar is 246167.
What is the population of Katghar?
Katghar had a total population of 43, including 22 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Katghar?
Katghar had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katghar was 90.48%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.95%.