Katkona
Katkona is a village located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Katkona village is also a gram panchayat.
Katkona has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 433140. The village spans a total geographical area of 451.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Lakhanpur is nearest town to Katkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km 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 | 1,303 | 679 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 108 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 89 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 765 | 390 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 370 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 309 | 406 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katkona village:
- The total population of Katkona village is around 1,303, including approximately 679 males and 624 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 209 children aged 0–6 years in Katkona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Katkona village has 158 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 765 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Katkona village is about 45.13%, with male literacy at 54.49% and female literacy at 34.94%.
- There are around 375 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 10+ km distance |
| 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 Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja 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 497116, 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 1,303, with 679 males and 624 females.
- How many households are there in Katkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katkona village has a total of 375 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katkona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katkona is 45.13%. The male literacy rate is 54.49%, while the female literacy rate is 34.94%.