Katarva - Lakhani, Vav-Tharad
Katarva is a village situated in the Lakhani taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from Deesa and around 57 km from Palanpur. Katarva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarva is 508305. The village covers a total geographical area of 714.65 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Katarva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katarva
According to the 2011 Census, Katarva village had a total population of 1,659 people, including 906 males and 753 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.27%, with male literacy at 71.56% and female literacy at 39.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,659 | 906 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 143 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 170 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 796 | 546 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 360 | 503 |
Nearby Villages of Katarva
Katarva 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 Katarva
Katarva 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 Deesa to Katarva is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Katarva is about 57 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 Katarva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarva 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 Katarva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarva 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Katarva
Where is Katarva located?
Katarva village is located in Lakhani Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katarva?
Katarva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katarva?
The pincode of Katarva is 385535.
What is the population of Katarva?
Katarva had a total population of 1,659, including 906 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Katarva?
Katarva had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katarva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarva was 57.27%. Male literacy was 71.56% and female literacy was 39.87%.