Katangtarai
Katangtarai is a village located in Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Pithaura (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Katangtarai village is also a gram panchayat.
Katangtarai has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 Katangtarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katangtarai is 446480. The village spans a total geographical area of 249.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495117. Bagbahara is nearest town to Katangtarai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Katangtarai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Katangtarai
Population of Katangtarai
Below is a concise population overview of Katangtarai 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 | 620 | 302 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 161 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 212 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 90 | 136 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katangtarai village:
- The total population of Katangtarai village is around 620, including approximately 302 males and 318 females, with a sex ratio of 1052 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Katangtarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Katangtarai village has 97 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 329 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Katangtarai village is about 63.55%, with male literacy at 70.20% and female literacy at 57.23%.
- There are around 160 households in Katangtarai village.
Connectivity of Katangtarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katangtarai. As per the 2011 stats, Katangtarai 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katangtarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Katangtarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katangtarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katangtarai
- Where is Katangtarai located?
- Katangtarai village is situated in Pithora Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katangtarai?
- Katangtarai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Katangtarai?
- The pincode of Katangtarai is 495117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Katangtarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katangtarai is 620, with 302 males and 318 females.
- How many households are there in Katangtarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katangtarai village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katangtarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katangtarai is 63.55%. The male literacy rate is 70.20%, while the female literacy rate is 57.23%.