Byal Katiya

Byal Katiya is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Byal Katiya village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Byal Katiya unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Byal Katiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Byal Katiya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Byal Katiya is 050060. The village spans a total geographical area of 30.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Byal Katiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 101km away.

When it comes to local governance, Byal Katiya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Byal Katiya

According to the 2011 Census, Byal Katiya has a total population of about 217, with approximately 100 males and 117 females. The sex ratio is around 1170 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.44%, with male literacy at about 75.00% and female literacy near 57.26%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Byal Katiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 217 100 117
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 24 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 142 75 67
Illiterate Population 75 25 50

Connectivity of Byal Katiya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Byal Katiya. As per the 2011 stats, Byal Katiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Byal Katiya

Knowing the nearby villages of Byal Katiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Byal Katiya.

Frequently Asked Questions about Byal Katiya

Where is Byal Katiya located?
Byal Katiya village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Byal Katiya?
Byal Katiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Byal Katiya?
The pincode of Byal Katiya is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Byal Katiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Byal Katiya is 217, with 100 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Byal Katiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Byal Katiya village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Byal Katiya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Byal Katiya is 65.44%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 57.26%.