Katalwahi - Dongargarh, Rajnandgaon
Katalwahi is a village situated in the Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargarh and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Riwagahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katalwahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katalwahi is 440547. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.98 hectares and falls under the 491445 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Katalwahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katalwahi
According to the 2011 Census, Katalwahi village had a total population of 820 people, including 407 males and 413 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.81%, with male literacy at 76.30% and female literacy at 57.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 495, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 820 | 407 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 242 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 264 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 143 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Katalwahi
Katalwahi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Katalwahi
Katalwahi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Katalwahi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dongargarh to Katalwahi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Katalwahi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katalwahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katalwahi 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 Katalwahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katalwahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katalwahi
Where is Katalwahi located?
Katalwahi village is located in Dongargarh Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katalwahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Katalwahi is Riwagahan.
What is the pincode of Katalwahi?
The pincode of Katalwahi is 491445.
What is the population of Katalwahi?
Katalwahi had a total population of 820, including 407 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Katalwahi?
Katalwahi had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katalwahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katalwahi was 66.81%. Male literacy was 76.30% and female literacy was 57.73%.