Kattiparkalan - Lanji, Balaghat
Kattiparkalan is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Andhiyatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kattiparkalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kattiparkalan is 498617. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.65 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kattiparkalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kattiparkalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kattiparkalan village had a total population of 124 people, including 64 males and 60 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 78.85% and female literacy at 39.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 41 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 23 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Kattiparkalan
Kattiparkalan 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 Kattiparkalan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kattiparkalan.
| 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 Lanji to Kattiparkalan is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Kattiparkalan is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kattiparkalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kattiparkalan 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kattiparkalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kattiparkalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kattiparkalan
Where is Kattiparkalan located?
Kattiparkalan village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kattiparkalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kattiparkalan is Andhiyatola.
What is the pincode of Kattiparkalan?
The pincode of Kattiparkalan is 481222.
What is the population of Kattiparkalan?
Kattiparkalan had a total population of 124, including 64 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Kattiparkalan?
Kattiparkalan had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kattiparkalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kattiparkalan was 60.00%. Male literacy was 78.85% and female literacy was 39.58%.