Katawand - Kondagaon
Katawand is a village situated in the Kondagaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 29 km from Kondagaon and around 105 km from Jagdalpur. Nilji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katawand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katawand is 448811. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.5 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Katawand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kondagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katawand
As per Census 2011, Katawand village has a total population of 567 people, consisting of 284 males and 283 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katawand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 567 | 284 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 554 | 279 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 141 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 143 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Katawand
Katawand 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 Katawand
Katawand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Katawand is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Katawand is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katawand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katawand 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 Katawand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katawand 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katawand
Where is Katawand located?
Katawand village is located in Kondagaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katawand?
The Gram Panchayat of Katawand is Nilji.
What is the pincode of Katawand?
The pincode of Katawand is 494226.
What is the population of Katawand?
Katawand has a total population of 567, including 284 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Katawand?
There are 113 households in Katawand.
What is the literacy rate in Katawand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katawand is 35.98%. Male literacy is 49.65% and female literacy is 22.26%.