Katangi - Birsa, Balaghat
Katangi is a village situated in the Birsa tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Baihar and around 105 km from Balaghat. Katangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katangi is 498172. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.22 hectares and falls under the 481116 pincode. Malajkhand is the nearest town.
Katangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katangi
As per Census 2011, Katangi village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 491 males and 535 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 419 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 491 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 196 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 344 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 147 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Katangi
Katangi 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 Katangi
Public transport in the Katangi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Balaghat to Katangi is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Katangi
Where is Katangi located?
Katangi village is located in Birsa Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katangi?
Katangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katangi?
The pincode of Katangi is 481116.
What is the population of Katangi?
Katangi has a total population of 1,026, including 491 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Katangi?
There are 231 households in Katangi.
What is the literacy rate in Katangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katangi is 63.74%. Male literacy is 70.06% and female literacy is 57.94%.