Katkona
Katkona is a village located in Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. Anuppur and Kotma are the district & sub-district headquarters of Katkona village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Katkona village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Katkona unique in its vibrant Kotma-Anuppur region. You’ll see Katkona’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Katkona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katkona is 501781. The village spans a total geographical area of 901.19 hectares. Kotma is nearest town to Katkona village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Katkona village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Katkona
Population of Katkona
According to the 2011 Census, Katkona has a total population of about 1,872, with approximately 929 males and 943 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 261 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 503 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 750. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.01%, with male literacy at about 64.37% and female literacy near 43.80%. There are around 487 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katkona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,872 | 929 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 129 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 244 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 750 | 365 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 598 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 331 | 530 |
Connectivity of Katkona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katkona. As per the 2011 stats, Katkona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Katkona
Knowing the nearby villages of Katkona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katkona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katkona
- Where is Katkona located?
- Katkona village is situated in Kotma Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katkona?
- Katkona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Katkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katkona is 1,872, with 929 males and 943 females.
- How many households are there in Katkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katkona village has a total of 487 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katkona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katkona is 54.01%. The male literacy rate is 64.37%, while the female literacy rate is 43.80%.