Katajani

Katajani is a village located in Nirsa Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chirkunda (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Alakendra is the gram panchayat of Katajani village.

Katajani has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katajani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katajani is 362090. The village spans a total geographical area of 139 hectares. Chirkunda is nearest town to Katajani village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Katajani

Below is a concise population overview of Katajani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 855 433 422
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 149 60 89
Scheduled Castes (SC) 238 120 118
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 3 4
Literate Population 479 317 162
Illiterate Population 376 116 260

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katajani village:

  • The total population of Katajani village is around 855, including approximately 433 males and 422 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Katajani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katajani village has 238 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katajani village is about 56.02%, with male literacy at 73.21% and female literacy at 38.39%.
  • There are around 129 households in Katajani village.

Connectivity of Katajani

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katajani. As per the 2011 stats, Katajani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Katajani

Knowing the nearby villages of Katajani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katajani.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Katajani

Where is Katajani located?
Katajani village is situated in Nirsa Chirkunda Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katajani?
The Gram Panchayat of Katajani is Alakendra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Katajani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katajani is 855, with 433 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Katajani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katajani village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katajani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katajani is 56.02%. The male literacy rate is 73.21%, while the female literacy rate is 38.39%.