Katkona - Kotma, Anuppur
Katkona is a village situated in the Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. Katkona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkona is 501781. The village covers a total geographical area of 901.19 hectares and falls under the 484440 pincode. Kotma is the nearest town.
Katkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katkona
As per Census 2011, Katkona village has a total population of 1,872 people, consisting of 929 males and 943 females. The village has 487 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,011 literate and 861 illiterate residents. Additionally, 503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 750 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katkona are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Katkona
Katkona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawatola | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Baiha Tola | North | 2.69 km |
| Pipraha | East | 3.19 km |
| Ura | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Changeri | West | 3.38 km |
| Semra | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Beliya Chhot | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Khodari | South | 3.50 km |
| Pairichuwa | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Mentola | North | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katkona
Katkona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baihatola, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
Banking and Postal Services in Katkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katkona
Where is Katkona located?
Katkona village is located in Kotma Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkona?
Katkona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katkona?
The pincode of Katkona is 484440.
What is the population of Katkona?
Katkona has a total population of 1,872, including 929 males and 943 females.
How many households are there in Katkona?
There are 487 households in Katkona.
What is the literacy rate in Katkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkona is 54.01%. Male literacy is 64.37% and female literacy is 43.80%.