Katkona
Katkona is a village located in Khadganva tehsil of Koriya district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Khadganva (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Baikunthpur. As per 2009 stats, Katkona village is also a gram panchayat.
Katkona has its own place in the vibrant Koriya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Katkona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katkona is 431750. The village spans a total geographical area of 945.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497449. Chirmiri is nearest town to Katkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Katkona
Population of Katkona
Below is a concise population overview of Katkona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,739 | 1,393 | 1,346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 243 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,154 | 1,091 | 1,063 |
| Literate Population | 1,241 | 743 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,498 | 650 | 848 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katkona village:
- The total population of Katkona village is around 2,739, including approximately 1,393 males and 1,346 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 455 children aged 0–6 years in Katkona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Katkona village has 37 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,154 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Katkona village is about 45.31%, with male literacy at 53.34% and female literacy at 37.00%.
- There are around 588 households in Katkona village.
Connectivity of Katkona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katkona. As per the 2011 stats, Katkona 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 Katkona
Knowing the nearby villages of Katkona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katkona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katkona
- Where is Katkona located?
- Katkona village is situated in Khadganva Tehsil, within the Koriya district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katkona?
- Katkona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Katkona?
- The pincode of Katkona is 497449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Katkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katkona is 2,739, with 1,393 males and 1,346 females.
- How many households are there in Katkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katkona village has a total of 588 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katkona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katkona is 45.31%. The male literacy rate is 53.34%, while the female literacy rate is 37.00%.