Katema - Khairagarh, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Katema is a village situated in the Khairagarh tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 41 km from Khairagarh and around 81 km from Rajnandgaon. Lachhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katema village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katema is 440527. The village covers a total geographical area of 436 hectares and falls under the 491881 pincode. Khairagarh is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Katema village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katema
As per Census 2011, Katema village has a total population of 129 people, consisting of 65 males and 64 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katema are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 43 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 22 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Katema
Katema 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 Katema
Katema is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Khairagarh to Katema is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Katema is about 81 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 Katema
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katema 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 Katema
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katema 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 Katema
Where is Katema located?
Katema village is located in Khairagarh Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katema?
The Gram Panchayat of Katema is Lachhana.
What is the pincode of Katema?
The pincode of Katema is 491881.
What is the population of Katema?
Katema has a total population of 129, including 65 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Katema?
There are 27 households in Katema.
What is the literacy rate in Katema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katema is 51.94%. Male literacy is 66.15% and female literacy is 37.50%.