Katera
Katera is a village located in Katangi tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 42km away from district headquarter Katangi. Katangi is the sub-district headquarter of Katera village. As per 2009 stats, Katera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Katera unique in its vibrant Katangi-Balaghat region. You’ll see Katera’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 Katera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katera is 497275. The village spans a total geographical area of 359 hectares. Katangi is nearest town to Katera village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Katera
Population of Katera
According to the 2011 Census, Katera has a total population of about 1,694, with approximately 816 males and 878 females. The sex ratio is around 1075 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 50 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 50. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.40%, with male literacy at about 72.06% and female literacy near 55.35%. There are around 400 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,694 | 816 | 878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 92 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 18 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,074 | 588 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 228 | 392 |
Connectivity of Katera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katera. As per the 2011 stats, Katera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katera
Knowing the nearby villages of Katera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katera
- Where is Katera located?
- Katera village is situated in Katangi Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katera?
- Katera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Katera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katera is 1,694, with 816 males and 878 females.
- How many households are there in Katera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katera village has a total of 400 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katera is 63.40%. The male literacy rate is 72.06%, while the female literacy rate is 55.35%.