Katral - Babaleshwar, Vijayapura
Katral is a village situated in the Babaleshwar taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 36 km from Bijapur and around 36 km from Bijapur. Bolachikkalaki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katral is 599128. The village covers a total geographical area of 830.05 hectares and falls under the 586125 pincode. Jamkhandi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Katral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaleshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katral
As per Census 2011, Katral village has a total population of 2,636 people, consisting of 1,361 males and 1,275 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 478 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,091 literate and 1,545 illiterate residents. Additionally, 377 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,636 | 1,361 | 1,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 254 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 377 | 204 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,091 | 660 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,545 | 701 | 844 |
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 facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Katral.
| 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 Jamkhandi to Katral is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Katral is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Katral
Where is Katral located?
Katral village is located in Babaleshwar Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katral?
The Gram Panchayat of Katral is Bolachikkalaki.
What is the pincode of Katral?
The pincode of Katral is 586125.
What is the population of Katral?
Katral has a total population of 2,636, including 1,361 males and 1,275 females.
How many households are there in Katral?
There are 457 households in Katral.
What is the literacy rate in Katral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katral is 41.39%. Male literacy is 48.49% and female literacy is 33.80%.