Katila Bonjh - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Katila Bonjh is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Mahauli Jangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katila Bonjh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katila Bonjh is 055896. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.34 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Katila Bonjh 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 Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katila Bonjh
According to the 2011 Census, Katila Bonjh village had a total population of 222 people, including 111 males and 111 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.84%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 53.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210.
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 | 222 | 111 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 46 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Katila Bonjh
Katila Bonjh 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 Katila Bonjh
Katila Bonjh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Katila Bonjh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Katila Bonjh is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Katila Bonjh is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katila Bonjh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katila Bonjh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katila Bonjh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katila Bonjh 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 Katila Bonjh
Where is Katila Bonjh located?
Katila Bonjh village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katila Bonjh?
The Gram Panchayat of Katila Bonjh is Mahauli Jangal.
What is the pincode of Katila Bonjh?
The pincode of Katila Bonjh is 262401.
What is the population of Katila Bonjh?
Katila Bonjh had a total population of 222, including 111 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Katila Bonjh?
Katila Bonjh had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katila Bonjh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katila Bonjh was 62.84%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 53.76%.