Katrasamal - Saraswati, Patan
Katrasamal is a village situated in the Saraswati taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from Patan and around 28 km from Patan. Katra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katrasamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katrasamal is 508798. The village covers a total geographical area of 716.11 hectares and falls under the 384266 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Katrasamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katrasamal
As per Census 2011, Katrasamal village has a total population of 3,751 people, consisting of 1,920 males and 1,831 females. The village has 748 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,253 literate and 1,498 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katrasamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,751 | 1,920 | 1,831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 261 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 91 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,253 | 1,420 | 833 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,498 | 500 | 998 |
Nearby Villages of Katrasamal
Katrasamal 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 Katrasamal
Katrasamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Patan to Katrasamal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katrasamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katrasamal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katrasamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katrasamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katrasamal
Where is Katrasamal located?
Katrasamal village is located in Saraswati Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katrasamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Katrasamal is Katra.
What is the pincode of Katrasamal?
The pincode of Katrasamal is 384266.
What is the population of Katrasamal?
Katrasamal has a total population of 3,751, including 1,920 males and 1,831 females.
How many households are there in Katrasamal?
There are 748 households in Katrasamal.
What is the literacy rate in Katrasamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katrasamal is 60.06%. Male literacy is 73.96% and female literacy is 45.49%.