Katkola - Bhanvad, Devbhumi Dwarka
Katkola is a village situated in the Bhanvad taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Bhanvad and around 75 km from Jamnagar. Katkola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkola is 514055. The village covers a total geographical area of 2156.76 hectares and falls under the 360531 pincode. Bhanvad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Katkola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katkola
As per Census 2011, Katkola village has a total population of 3,216 people, consisting of 1,644 males and 1,572 females. The village has 560 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 445 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,891 literate and 1,325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katkola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,216 | 1,644 | 1,572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 232 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 104 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 1,891 | 1,106 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,325 | 538 | 787 |
Nearby Villages of Katkola
Katkola 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 Katkola
Public transport in the Katkola 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 Bhanvad to Katkola is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Katkola is about 75 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 Katkola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katkola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katkola
Where is Katkola located?
Katkola village is located in Bhanvad Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkola?
Katkola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katkola?
The pincode of Katkola is 360531.
What is the population of Katkola?
Katkola has a total population of 3,216, including 1,644 males and 1,572 females.
How many households are there in Katkola?
There are 560 households in Katkola.
What is the literacy rate in Katkola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkola is 58.80%. Male literacy is 67.27% and female literacy is 49.94%.