Katral - Savadatti, Belagavi
Katral is a village situated in the Savadatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Parasgad and around 70 km from Belgaum. Badli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katral is 598231. The village covers a total geographical area of 474.23 hectares and falls under the 591111 pincode. Soundatti is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bailhongal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katral
According to the 2011 Census, Katral village had a total population of 941 people, including 482 males and 459 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.69%, with male literacy at 75.19% and female literacy at 48.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 941 | 482 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 91 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 294 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 188 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Katral
Katral 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 Katral
Public transport in the Katral is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soundatti to Katral is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Katral is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katral 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katral 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katral
Where is Katral located?
Katral village is located in Savadatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katral?
The Gram Panchayat of Katral is Badli.
What is the pincode of Katral?
The pincode of Katral is 591111.
What is the population of Katral?
Katral had a total population of 941, including 482 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Katral?
Katral had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katral was 61.69%. Male literacy was 75.19% and female literacy was 48.21%.