Katkuva - Mandvi, Surat
Katkuva is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Katkuva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkuva is 524004. The village covers a total geographical area of 439.5 hectares and falls under the 394160 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Katkuva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katkuva
According to the 2011 Census, Katkuva village had a total population of 1,112 people, including 558 males and 554 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.23%, with male literacy at 75.40% and female literacy at 64.99%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,107.
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 | 1,112 | 558 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,107 | 556 | 551 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 380 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 178 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Katkuva
Katkuva 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 Katkuva
Katkuva 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 Mandvi to Katkuva is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Katkuva is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katkuva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkuva 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katkuva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkuva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katkuva
Where is Katkuva located?
Katkuva village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkuva?
Katkuva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katkuva?
The pincode of Katkuva is 394160.
What is the population of Katkuva?
Katkuva had a total population of 1,112, including 558 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Katkuva?
Katkuva had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkuva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkuva was 70.23%. Male literacy was 75.40% and female literacy was 64.99%.