Katani Gaon - Mariani, Jorhat
Katani Gaon is a village situated in the Mariani subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariani and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Karanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katani Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katani Gaon is 294126. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.17 hectares and falls under the 785634 pincode. Jorhat is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Katani Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titabar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katani Gaon
As per Census 2011, Katani Gaon village has a total population of 2,351 people, consisting of 1,207 males and 1,144 females. The village has 596 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,005 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katani Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,351 | 1,207 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 129 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 2,005 | 1,049 | 956 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 158 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Katani Gaon
Katani Gaon 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 Katani Gaon
Katani Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. Katani Gaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jorhat to Katani Gaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katani Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katani Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katani Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katani Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Katani Gaon
Where is Katani Gaon located?
Katani Gaon village is located in Mariani Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katani Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Katani Gaon is Karanga.
What is the pincode of Katani Gaon?
The pincode of Katani Gaon is 785634.
What is the population of Katani Gaon?
Katani Gaon has a total population of 2,351, including 1,207 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Katani Gaon?
There are 596 households in Katani Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Katani Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katani Gaon is 85.28%. Male literacy is 86.91% and female literacy is 83.57%.