Katori
Katori is a village located in Khairlanji tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Khairlanji (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Katori village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Katori unique in its vibrant Khairlanji-Balaghat region. You’ll see Katori’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 Katori
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katori is 497498. The village spans a total geographical area of 931.95 hectares. Waraseoni is nearest town to Katori village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Katori 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 Katangi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Katori
Population of Katori
According to the 2011 Census, Katori has a total population of about 2,726, with approximately 1,365 males and 1,361 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 314 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 187 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 252. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.50%, with male literacy at about 79.56% and female literacy near 63.41%. There are around 701 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katori's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,726 | 1,365 | 1,361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 176 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 83 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 120 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 1,949 | 1,086 | 863 |
| Illiterate Population | 777 | 279 | 498 |
Connectivity of Katori
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katori. As per the 2011 stats, Katori had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katori
Knowing the nearby villages of Katori helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katori.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katori
- Where is Katori located?
- Katori village is situated in Khairlanji Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katori?
- Katori serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Katori as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katori is 2,726, with 1,365 males and 1,361 females.
- How many households are there in Katori as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katori village has a total of 701 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katori as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katori is 71.50%. The male literacy rate is 79.56%, while the female literacy rate is 63.41%.