Katkhet
About Katkhet
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Katkhet village is 043719. Katkhet village is located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 120km away from New Tehri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Katkhet village. As per 2009 stats, Katkhet village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 392.77 hectares. Katkhet has a total population of 481 peoples, out of which male population is 220 while female population is 261. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1186 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of katkhet village is 58.84% out of which 69.09% males and 50.19% females are literate. There are about 108 houses in katkhet village. Pincode of katkhet village locality is 249196.
When it comes to administration, Katkhet village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Katkhet village comes under Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to katkhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Katkhet
The population details of Katkhet cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 220 | 261 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 100 | 39 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 283 | 152 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 68 | 130 |
Connectivity of Katkhet
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Katkhet
Where is Katkhet located?
Katkhet village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkhet?
Katkhet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Katkhet?
The pincode of Katkhet is 249196, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katkhet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katkhet is 481, with 220 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Katkhet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katkhet village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkhet as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katkhet is 58.84%. The male literacy rate is 69.09%, while the female literacy rate is 50.19%.