Katangdiri - Burmu, Ranchi
Katangdiri is a village situated in the Burmu subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Burmu and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Chaingara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katangdiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katangdiri is 373420. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Katangdiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katangdiri
According to the 2011 Census, Katangdiri village had a total population of 989 people, including 498 males and 491 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.83%, with male literacy at 83.67% and female literacy at 62.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 746.
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 | 989 | 498 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 746 | 374 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 369 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 129 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Katangdiri
Katangdiri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagda | North | 1.55 km |
| Surid | West | 1.86 km |
| Menrhi | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Geswe | West | 2.19 km |
| Korabar | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Salhan | North | 2.45 km |
| Hesalpiri | South | 3.22 km |
| Kori | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Gutru | West | 3.33 km |
| Turmuli | South-West | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katangdiri
Katangdiri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tokisud, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ranchi to Katangdiri is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katangdiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katangdiri 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katangdiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katangdiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katangdiri
Where is Katangdiri located?
Katangdiri village is located in Burmu Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katangdiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Katangdiri is Chaingara.
What is the pincode of Katangdiri?
The pincode of Katangdiri is 834001.
What is the population of Katangdiri?
Katangdiri had a total population of 989, including 498 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Katangdiri?
Katangdiri had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katangdiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katangdiri was 72.83%. Male literacy was 83.67% and female literacy was 62.11%.