Katwana - Kutiyana, Porbandar
Katwana is a village situated in the Kutiyana taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutiyana and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Porbandar. Katwana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katwana is 514329. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.17 hectares and falls under the 362650 pincode. Kutiyana is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Katwana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katwana
According to the 2011 Census, Katwana village had a total population of 562 people, including 284 males and 278 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.09%, with male literacy at 85.43% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 562 | 284 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 217 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 67 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Katwana
Katwana 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 Katwana
Public transport in the Katwana 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 Kutiyana to Katwana is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Katwana is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katwana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katwana 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 Katwana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katwana 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 Katwana
Where is Katwana located?
Katwana village is located in Kutiyana Taluka, Porbandar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katwana?
Katwana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katwana?
The pincode of Katwana is 362650.
What is the population of Katwana?
Katwana had a total population of 562, including 284 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Katwana?
Katwana had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katwana was 76.09%. Male literacy was 85.43% and female literacy was 66.67%.