Katur
About Katur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Katur village is 619135. Katur village is located in Nanjangud taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Nanjangud (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Haradanahalli is the gram panchayat of Katur village.
The total geographical area of village is 869.98 hectares. Katur has a total population of 2,138 peoples, out of which male population is 1,093 while female population is 1,045. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 956 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of katur village is 55.29% out of which 63.40% males and 46.79% females are literate. There are about 477 houses in katur village. Pincode of katur village locality is 571314.
When it comes to administration, Katur 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, Katur village comes under Nanjangud Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha constituency. Saragur is nearest town to katur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Katur
The population details of Katur 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 | 2,138 | 1,093 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 203 | 101 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 490 | 251 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,182 | 693 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 956 | 400 | 556 |
Connectivity of Katur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Katur
Where is Katur located?
Katur village is situated in Nanjangud Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katur?
The Gram Panchayat of Katur is Haradanahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katur?
The pincode of Katur is 571314, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katur is 2,138, with 1,093 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Katur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katur village has a total of 477 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katur is 55.29%. The male literacy rate is 63.40%, while the female literacy rate is 46.79%.