Katkola

Katkola is a village located in Bhanvad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanvad (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Katkola village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Katkola unique in its vibrant Bhanvad-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Katkola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Katkola

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katkola is 514055. The village spans a total geographical area of 2156.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360531. Bhanvad is nearest town to Katkola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Katkola 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 Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Katkola

According to the 2011 Census, Katkola has a total population of about 3,216, with approximately 1,644 males and 1,572 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 445 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 191 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.80%, with male literacy at about 67.27% and female literacy near 49.94%. There are around 560 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katkola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,216 1,644 1,572
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 445 232 213
Scheduled Castes (SC) 191 104 87
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,891 1,106 785
Illiterate Population 1,325 538 787

Connectivity of Katkola

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katkola. As per the 2011 stats, Katkola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Katkola

Knowing the nearby villages of Katkola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katkola.

Frequently Asked Questions about Katkola

Where is Katkola located?
Katkola village is situated in Bhanvad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkola?
Katkola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Katkola?
The pincode of Katkola is 360531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katkola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katkola is 3,216, with 1,644 males and 1,572 females.
How many households are there in Katkola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katkola village has a total of 560 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkola as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katkola is 58.80%. The male literacy rate is 67.27%, while the female literacy rate is 49.94%.