Katiyani - Pithoragarh
Katiyani is a village situated in the Pithoragarh tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Pithoragarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Katiyani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katiyani is 050401. The village covers a total geographical area of 681.88 hectares and falls under the 262501 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Katiyani 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katiyani
According to the 2011 Census, Katiyani village had a total population of 686 people, including 329 males and 357 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.51%, with male literacy at 95.27% and female literacy at 67.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 686 | 329 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 262 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 67 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Katiyani
Katiyani 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 Katiyani
Katiyani 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Katiyani is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katiyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katiyani 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 Katiyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katiyani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katiyani
Where is Katiyani located?
Katiyani village is located in Pithoragarh Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katiyani?
Katiyani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katiyani?
The pincode of Katiyani is 262501.
What is the population of Katiyani?
Katiyani had a total population of 686, including 329 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Katiyani?
Katiyani had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katiyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katiyani was 80.51%. Male literacy was 95.27% and female literacy was 67.62%.