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.
Here you can discover what makes Katekalyan unique in its vibrant Katekalyan-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Katekalyan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Katekalyan
Population of Katekalyan
According to the 2011 Census, Katekalyan has a total population of about 2,278, with approximately 1,087 males and 1,191 females. The sex ratio is around 1095 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 292 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 859. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.47%, with male literacy at about 58.33% and female literacy near 41.39%. There are around 569 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katekalyan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.