Katang
About Katang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Katang village is 367480. Katang village is located in Herhanj subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Herhang (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Salaiya is the gram panchayat of Katang village.
The total geographical area of village is 1515 hectares. Katang has a total population of 671 peoples, out of which male population is 343 while female population is 328. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 956 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of katang village is 39.20% out of which 48.98% males and 28.96% females are literate. There are about 110 houses in katang village. Pincode of katang village locality is 822126.
When it comes to administration, Katang village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Katang village comes under Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chatra Lok Sabha constituency. Herhanj is nearest town to katang village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Katang
The population details of Katang cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 671 | 343 | 328 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 511 | 260 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 168 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 175 | 233 |
Connectivity of Katang
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Katang
Where is Katang located?
Katang village is situated in Herhanj Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katang?
The Gram Panchayat of Katang is Salaiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katang?
The pincode of Katang is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katang is 671, with 343 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Katang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katang village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katang is 39.20%. The male literacy rate is 48.98%, while the female literacy rate is 28.96%.