Katediya - Ogad, Banas Kantha
Katediya is a village situated in the Ogad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Shihori and around 95 km from Palanpur. Katediya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katediya is 508524. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.02 hectares and falls under the 385555 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katediya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katediya
As per Census 2011, Katediya village has a total population of 1,435 people, consisting of 745 males and 690 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 638 literate and 797 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katediya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,435 | 745 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 150 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 428 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 797 | 317 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Katediya
Katediya 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 Katediya
Public transport in the Katediya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Katediya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Katediya is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katediya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katediya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katediya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katediya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katediya
Where is Katediya located?
Katediya village is located in Ogad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katediya?
Katediya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katediya?
The pincode of Katediya is 385555.
What is the population of Katediya?
Katediya has a total population of 1,435, including 745 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Katediya?
There are 258 households in Katediya.
What is the literacy rate in Katediya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katediya is 44.46%. Male literacy is 57.45% and female literacy is 30.43%.