Katosan - Jotana, Mahesana
Katosan is a village situated in the Jotana taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Mahesana and around 35 km from Mahesana. Katosan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katosan is 509529. The village covers a total geographical area of 1400.42 hectares and falls under the 384430 pincode. Ambaliyasan is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Katosan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Becharaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katosan
According to the 2011 Census, Katosan village had a total population of 4,242 people, including 2,184 males and 2,058 females, living in 876 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.14%, with male literacy at 85.36% and female literacy at 49.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,242 | 2,184 | 2,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 582 | 299 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 44 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,494 | 1,609 | 885 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,748 | 575 | 1,173 |
Nearby Villages of Katosan
Katosan 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 Katosan
Public transport in the Katosan is mainly available through bus services. Katosan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaliyasan to Katosan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Katosan is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katosan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katosan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katosan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katosan 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 Katosan
Where is Katosan located?
Katosan village is located in Jotana Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katosan?
Katosan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katosan?
The pincode of Katosan is 384430.
What is the population of Katosan?
Katosan had a total population of 4,242, including 2,184 males and 2,058 females.
How many households are there in Katosan?
Katosan had 876 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katosan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katosan was 68.14%. Male literacy was 85.36% and female literacy was 49.86%.