Katragunta
Katragunta is a village located in Balayapalle mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Balayapalle (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Nellore. As per 2009 stats, Katragunta village is also a gram panchayat.
Katragunta has its own place in the vibrant Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Katragunta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katragunta is 592418. The village spans a total geographical area of 108 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 524404. Venkatagiri is nearest town to Katragunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Katragunta 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 Venkatagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tirupati Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Katragunta
Population of Katragunta
Below is a concise population overview of Katragunta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 287 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 160 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 127 | 186 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katragunta village:
- The total population of Katragunta village is around 570, including approximately 287 males and 283 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Katragunta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Katragunta village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 17 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Katragunta village is about 45.09%, with male literacy at 55.75% and female literacy at 34.28%.
- There are around 177 households in Katragunta village.
Connectivity of Katragunta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katragunta. As per the 2011 stats, Katragunta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katragunta
Knowing the nearby villages of Katragunta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katragunta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katragunta
- Where is Katragunta located?
- Katragunta village is situated in Balayapalle Mandal, within the Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katragunta?
- Katragunta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Katragunta?
- The pincode of Katragunta is 524404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Katragunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katragunta is 570, with 287 males and 283 females.
- How many households are there in Katragunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katragunta village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katragunta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katragunta is 45.09%. The male literacy rate is 55.75%, while the female literacy rate is 34.28%.