Katouli - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Katouli is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 77 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Bengloor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katouli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katouli is 451294. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.51 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Katouli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katouli
According to the 2011 Census, Katouli village had a total population of 104 people, including 57 males and 47 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.49%, with male literacy at 34.88% and female literacy at 25.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Katouli
Katouli 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 Katouli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katouli. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Katouli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dantewada to Katouli is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Katouli is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katouli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katouli 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katouli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katouli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katouli
Where is Katouli located?
Katouli village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katouli?
The Gram Panchayat of Katouli is Bengloor.
What is the pincode of Katouli?
The pincode of Katouli is 494450.
What is the population of Katouli?
Katouli had a total population of 104, including 57 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Katouli?
Katouli had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katouli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katouli was 30.49%. Male literacy was 34.88% and female literacy was 25.64%.