Katav - Suigam, Vav-Tharad
Katav is a village situated in the Suigam taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 50 km from Vav and around 115 km from Palanpur. Katav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katav is 507470. The village covers a total geographical area of 616.53 hectares and falls under the 385320 pincode. Bhabhar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Katav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katav
According to the 2011 Census, Katav village had a total population of 862 people, including 433 males and 429 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.53%, with male literacy at 83.84% and female literacy at 47.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 862 | 433 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 306 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 127 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Katav
Katav 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 Katav
Public transport in the Katav 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 Bhabhar to Katav is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Katav is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katav 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 Katav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katav
Where is Katav located?
Katav village is located in Suigam Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katav?
Katav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katav?
The pincode of Katav is 385320.
What is the population of Katav?
Katav had a total population of 862, including 433 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Katav?
Katav had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katav was 65.53%. Male literacy was 83.84% and female literacy was 47.43%.