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.
Here you can discover what makes Katkona unique in its vibrant Lakhanpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Katkona’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Katkona has a total population of about 1,303, with approximately 679 males and 624 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 209 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 158 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 765. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.13%, with male literacy at about 54.49% and female literacy near 34.94%. There are around 375 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katkona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.