Katega - Baihar, Balaghat
Katega is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. Ghuitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katega village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katega is 498281. The village covers a total geographical area of 415 hectares and falls under the 481117 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Katega village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katega
According to the 2011 Census, Katega village had a total population of 297 people, including 147 males and 150 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.20%, with male literacy at 77.24% and female literacy at 49.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 289.
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 | 297 | 147 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 142 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 95 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 52 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Katega
Katega 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 Katega
Public transport in the Katega is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baihar to Katega is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katega
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katega 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katega
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katega 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Katega
Where is Katega located?
Katega village is located in Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katega?
The Gram Panchayat of Katega is Ghuitola.
What is the pincode of Katega?
The pincode of Katega is 481117.
What is the population of Katega?
Katega had a total population of 297, including 147 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Katega?
Katega had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katega?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katega was 63.20%. Male literacy was 77.24% and female literacy was 49.61%.