Katakda - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Katakda is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Katakda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katakda is 516770. The village covers a total geographical area of 1027.39 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Katakda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katakda
As per Census 2011, Katakda village has a total population of 1,531 people, consisting of 785 males and 746 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 870 literate and 661 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katakda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,531 | 785 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 115 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 542 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 661 | 243 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Katakda
Katakda 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 Katakda
Katakda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mahuva to Katakda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Katakda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katakda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katakda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katakda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katakda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katakda
Where is Katakda located?
Katakda village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katakda?
Katakda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katakda?
The pincode of Katakda is 364130.
What is the population of Katakda?
Katakda has a total population of 1,531, including 785 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Katakda?
There are 224 households in Katakda.
What is the literacy rate in Katakda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katakda is 56.83%. Male literacy is 69.04% and female literacy is 43.97%.