Katenga Tola - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Katenga Tola is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Markaksa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katenga Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katenga Tola is 440911. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.66 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Katenga Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katenga Tola
As per Census 2011, Katenga Tola village has a total population of 580 people, consisting of 273 males and 307 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 1,124 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 534 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katenga Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 273 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 534 | 253 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 177 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 96 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Katenga Tola
Katenga Tola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anko | North | 1.90 km |
| Job | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Jaitgudra | East | 2.78 km |
| Pendrideeh | North | 3.36 km |
| Khobha | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Ranipur Khadkhadi | North | 4.10 km |
| Markakasa | South-East | 4.33 km |
| Morkutum | South-East | 4.44 km |
| Bhejra Tola | East | 4.58 km |
| Telinbandha | North-East | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katenga Tola
Katenga Tola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bortalao, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 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 Chhuria to Katenga Tola is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Katenga Tola is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katenga Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katenga Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katenga Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katenga Tola 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 Katenga Tola
Where is Katenga Tola located?
Katenga Tola village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katenga Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Katenga Tola is Markaksa.
What is the pincode of Katenga Tola?
The pincode of Katenga Tola is 491558.
What is the population of Katenga Tola?
Katenga Tola has a total population of 580, including 273 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Katenga Tola?
There are 128 households in Katenga Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Katenga Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katenga Tola is 56.55%. Male literacy is 64.84% and female literacy is 49.19%.