Katani Gaon - Thelamara, Sonitpur
Katani Gaon is a village situated in the Thelamara subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 120 km from Dhekiajuli and around 28 km from Tezpur. Thelamara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katani Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katani Gaon is 285696. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.74 hectares and falls under the 784149 pincode. Dhekiajuli is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Tezpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katani Gaon
As per Census 2011, Katani Gaon village has a total population of 4,236 people, consisting of 2,132 males and 2,104 females. The village has 851 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 661 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,480 literate and 1,756 illiterate residents. Additionally, 335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katani Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,236 | 2,132 | 2,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 661 | 318 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 179 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 2,480 | 1,328 | 1,152 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,756 | 804 | 952 |
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
Public transport in the Katani Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhekiajuli to Katani Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Katani Gaon is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katani Gaon
Where is Katani Gaon located?
Katani Gaon village is located in Thelamara Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katani Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Katani Gaon is Thelamara.
What is the pincode of Katani Gaon?
The pincode of Katani Gaon is 784149.
What is the population of Katani Gaon?
Katani Gaon has a total population of 4,236, including 2,132 males and 2,104 females.
How many households are there in Katani Gaon?
There are 851 households in Katani Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Katani Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katani Gaon is 58.55%. Male literacy is 62.29% and female literacy is 54.75%.