Katuwajhar - Kasdol, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Katuwajhar is a village situated in the Kasdol tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from Kasdol and around 152 km from Raipur. Khudmudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katuwajhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katuwajhar is 444140. The village covers a total geographical area of 896.83 hectares and falls under the 493332 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Katuwajhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katuwajhar
According to the 2011 Census, Katuwajhar village had a total population of 173 people, including 81 males and 92 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.34%, with male literacy at 72.06% and female literacy at 57.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 173 | 81 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 81 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 32 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Katuwajhar
Katuwajhar 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 Katuwajhar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katuwajhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasdol to Katuwajhar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Katuwajhar is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katuwajhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katuwajhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katuwajhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katuwajhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katuwajhar
Where is Katuwajhar located?
Katuwajhar village is located in Kasdol Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katuwajhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Katuwajhar is Khudmudi.
What is the pincode of Katuwajhar?
The pincode of Katuwajhar is 493332.
What is the population of Katuwajhar?
Katuwajhar had a total population of 173, including 81 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Katuwajhar?
Katuwajhar had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katuwajhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katuwajhar was 64.34%. Male literacy was 72.06% and female literacy was 57.33%.