Katangjor - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Katangjor is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Katangjor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katangjor is 434280. The village covers a total geographical area of 469.53 hectares and falls under the 496220 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Katangjor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katangjor
According to the 2011 Census, Katangjor village had a total population of 1,036 people, including 517 males and 519 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.15%, with male literacy at 76.01% and female literacy at 58.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 850.
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 | 1,036 | 517 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 850 | 419 | 431 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 339 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 178 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Katangjor
Katangjor 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 Katangjor
Katangjor is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pathalgaon to Katangjor is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Katangjor is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katangjor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katangjor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katangjor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katangjor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katangjor
Where is Katangjor located?
Katangjor village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katangjor?
Katangjor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katangjor?
The pincode of Katangjor is 496220.
What is the population of Katangjor?
Katangjor had a total population of 1,036, including 517 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Katangjor?
Katangjor had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katangjor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katangjor was 67.15%. Male literacy was 76.01% and female literacy was 58.52%.