Katulwada - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Katulwada is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 64 km from Rajnandgaon. Piparkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katulwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katulwada is 441668. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.63 hectares and falls under the 491665 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Katulwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katulwada
According to the 2011 Census, Katulwada village had a total population of 396 people, including 181 males and 215 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.16%, with male literacy at 93.60% and female literacy at 69.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 181 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 9 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 161 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 20 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Katulwada
Katulwada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsa Tola | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Sansargarh | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Piparkhar | East | 2.09 km |
| Semharbandha | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Khursitikur | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Durre Tola | West | 2.69 km |
| Mongra | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Kundera Tola | South | 2.99 km |
| Karpibharri | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Bhadsena | North | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katulwada
Katulwada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kusumkasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Katulwada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Katulwada is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katulwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katulwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katulwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katulwada 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 Katulwada
Where is Katulwada located?
Katulwada village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katulwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Katulwada is Piparkhar.
What is the pincode of Katulwada?
The pincode of Katulwada is 491665.
What is the population of Katulwada?
Katulwada had a total population of 396, including 181 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Katulwada?
Katulwada had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katulwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katulwada was 81.16%. Male literacy was 93.60% and female literacy was 69.84%.