Katuda - Wadhwan, Surendranagar
Katuda is a village situated in the Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadhwan and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Katuda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katuda is 512208. The village covers a total geographical area of 1930.75 hectares and falls under the 363040 pincode. Surendranagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Katuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wadhwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katuda
According to the 2011 Census, Katuda village had a total population of 2,218 people, including 1,119 males and 1,099 females, living in 424 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.92%, with male literacy at 92.13% and female literacy at 73.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 442.
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 | 2,218 | 1,119 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 115 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 227 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,636 | 925 | 711 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 194 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Katuda
Katuda 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 Katuda
Public transport in the Katuda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Katuda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surendranagar to Katuda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katuda 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 Katuda
Where is Katuda located?
Katuda village is located in Wadhwan Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katuda?
Katuda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katuda?
The pincode of Katuda is 363040.
What is the population of Katuda?
Katuda had a total population of 2,218, including 1,119 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Katuda?
Katuda had 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katuda was 82.92%. Male literacy was 92.13% and female literacy was 73.37%.