Katavaram - Seethanagaram, East Godavari
Katavaram is a village situated in the Seethanagaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Seethanagaram and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Katavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katavaram is 587217. The village covers a total geographical area of 779 hectares and falls under the 533293 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Katavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katavaram
As per Census 2011, Katavaram village has a total population of 3,279 people, consisting of 1,631 males and 1,648 females. The village has 987 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,960 literate and 1,319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,092 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,279 | 1,631 | 1,648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 146 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,092 | 535 | 557 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 27 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,960 | 999 | 961 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,319 | 632 | 687 |
Nearby Villages of Katavaram
Katavaram is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalimudi | South | 2.13 km |
| Mirthipadu | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Mulakallanka | West | 2.47 km |
| Hundeswarapuram | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Bobbillanka | South | 3.28 km |
| Kunavaram | North | 3.29 km |
| Munikudali | South | 3.50 km |
| Butchempeta | East | 3.91 km |
| Muggaulla | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Munagala | North-East | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katavaram
Katavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 5.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Katavaram is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Katavaram is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katavaram
Where is Katavaram located?
Katavaram village is located in Seethanagaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katavaram?
Katavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katavaram?
The pincode of Katavaram is 533293.
What is the population of Katavaram?
Katavaram has a total population of 3,279, including 1,631 males and 1,648 females.
How many households are there in Katavaram?
There are 987 households in Katavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Katavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katavaram is 59.77%. Male literacy is 61.25% and female literacy is 58.31%.