Katagaon
Katagaon is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Kantagoan is the gram panchayat of Katagaon village.
Katagaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Katagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katagaon is 447466. The village spans a total geographical area of 707.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496001. Charama is nearest town to Katagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Katagaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Katagaon
Population of Katagaon
Below is a concise population overview of Katagaon 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 | 877 | 429 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 712 | 345 | 367 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 286 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 143 | 218 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katagaon village:
- The total population of Katagaon village is around 877, including approximately 429 males and 448 females, with a sex ratio of 1044 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Katagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Katagaon village has 26 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 712 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Katagaon village is about 58.84%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 51.34%.
- There are around 192 households in Katagaon village.
Connectivity of Katagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Katagaon 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Katagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katagaon
- Where is Katagaon located?
- Katagaon village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Katagaon is Kantagoan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Katagaon?
- The pincode of Katagaon is 496001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Katagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katagaon is 877, with 429 males and 448 females.
- How many households are there in Katagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katagaon village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katagaon is 58.84%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 51.34%.