Katkona Village - Bhaisma, Korba
Katkona is a village situated in the Bhaisma tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 52 km from Korba and around 52 km from Korba. Katkona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkona is 436406. The village covers a total geographical area of 1917.57 hectares and falls under the 495674 pincode. Korba is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Katkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katkona
As per Census 2011, Katkona village has a total population of 1,295 people, consisting of 667 males and 628 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 680 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,187 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katkona are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,295 | 667 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 114 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,187 | 612 | 575 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 419 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 248 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Katkona
Katkona is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Taulipali | South | 3.09 km |
| Jilga | East | 4.30 km |
| Kudmura | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Chachiya | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Kalgamar | South | 5.95 km |
| Barpali | North-East | 6.54 km |
| Sithara | East | 6.56 km |
| Basin | North | 6.83 km |
| Kolga | North-West | 7.11 km |
| Taraimar | South | 7.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katkona
Katkona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Urga, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Korba to Katkona is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Katkona
Where is Katkona located?
Katkona village is located in Bhaisma Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkona?
Katkona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katkona?
The pincode of Katkona is 495674.
What is the population of Katkona?
Katkona has a total population of 1,295, including 667 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Katkona?
There are 260 households in Katkona.
What is the literacy rate in Katkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkona is 52.51%. Male literacy is 62.82% and female literacy is 41.56%.