Katekalyan
Katekalyan is a village located in Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Katekalyan. Katekalyan is the sub-district headquarter of Katekalyan village. As per 2009 stats, Katekalyan village is also a gram panchayat.
Katekalyan has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 Katekalyan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katekalyan is 450188. The village spans a total geographical area of 471.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Katekalyan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Katekalyan 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Katekalyan
Below is a concise population overview of Katekalyan 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 | 2,278 | 1,087 | 1,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 136 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 859 | 399 | 460 |
| Literate Population | 1,127 | 634 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 453 | 698 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katekalyan village:
- The total population of Katekalyan village is around 2,278, including approximately 1,087 males and 1,191 females, with a sex ratio of 1095 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 292 children aged 0–6 years in Katekalyan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Katekalyan village has 81 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 859 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Katekalyan village is about 49.47%, with male literacy at 58.33% and female literacy at 41.39%.
- There are around 569 households in Katekalyan village.
Connectivity of Katekalyan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katekalyan. As per the 2011 stats, Katekalyan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katekalyan
Knowing the nearby villages of Katekalyan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katekalyan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katekalyan
- Where is Katekalyan located?
- Katekalyan village is situated in Katekalyan Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katekalyan?
- Katekalyan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Katekalyan?
- The pincode of Katekalyan is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Katekalyan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katekalyan is 2,278, with 1,087 males and 1,191 females.
- How many households are there in Katekalyan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katekalyan village has a total of 569 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katekalyan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katekalyan is 49.47%. The male literacy rate is 58.33%, while the female literacy rate is 41.39%.