Katkona - Lakhanpur, Surguja
Katkona is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Katkona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkona is 433140. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.82 hectares and falls under the 497116 pincode. Lakhanpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Katkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katkona
As per Census 2011, Katkona village has a total population of 1,303 people, consisting of 679 males and 624 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 588 literate and 715 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 765 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katkona are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Katkona
Katkona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amera | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Gumgara Kalan | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Janakpur | South | 2.19 km |
| Puhputra | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Binkara | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Parsodi Kalan | North | 2.87 km |
| Ganeshpur | South | 3.15 km |
| Gumgara Khurd | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Sukhari | North | 4.27 km |
| Sirkotanga | South-East | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katkona
Katkona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kamalpurgram, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhanpur to Katkona is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Katkona is about 36 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 Katkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkona 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 Katkona
Where is Katkona located?
Katkona village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkona?
Katkona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katkona?
The pincode of Katkona is 497116.
What is the population of Katkona?
Katkona has a total population of 1,303, including 679 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Katkona?
There are 375 households in Katkona.
What is the literacy rate in Katkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkona is 45.13%. Male literacy is 54.49% and female literacy is 34.94%.