Katinkel - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Katinkel is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Goilkera and around 91 km from Chaibasa. Sarugara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katinkel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katinkel is 377024. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.85 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Chakradharpur is the nearest town.
Katinkel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katinkel
As per Census 2011, Katinkel village has a total population of 573 people, consisting of 286 males and 287 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 570 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katinkel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 573 | 286 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 570 | 284 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 130 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 156 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Katinkel
Katinkel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamsai | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Serengda | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Saruda | West | 2.80 km |
| Shawsol | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Hututua | South | 4.11 km |
| Hindung | East | 4.80 km |
| Banjira | South | 4.96 km |
| Kanskel | North-West | 5.17 km |
| Sarugara | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Tenda | South | 5.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katinkel
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katinkel. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chaibasa to Katinkel is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katinkel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katinkel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katinkel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katinkel 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katinkel
Where is Katinkel located?
Katinkel village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katinkel?
The Gram Panchayat of Katinkel is Sarugara.
What is the pincode of Katinkel?
The pincode of Katinkel is 833103.
What is the population of Katinkel?
Katinkel has a total population of 573, including 286 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Katinkel?
There are 106 households in Katinkel.
What is the literacy rate in Katinkel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katinkel is 34.73%. Male literacy is 45.45% and female literacy is 24.04%.