Katanga

Katanga is a village located in Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Paraswada (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Ghuitola is the gram panchayat of Katanga village.

Katanga has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katanga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katanga is 498310. The village spans a total geographical area of 260.9 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Katanga village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Katanga

Below is a concise population overview of Katanga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 818 408 410
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 97 50 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) 19 10 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 424 204 220
Literate Population 567 324 243
Illiterate Population 251 84 167

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katanga village:

  • The total population of Katanga village is around 818, including approximately 408 males and 410 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Katanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katanga village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 424 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katanga village is about 69.32%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 59.27%.
  • There are around 176 households in Katanga village.

Connectivity of Katanga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katanga. As per the 2011 stats, Katanga 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Katanga

Knowing the nearby villages of Katanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katanga.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Katanga

Where is Katanga located?
Katanga village is situated in Paraswada Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Katanga is Ghuitola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Katanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katanga is 818, with 408 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Katanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katanga village has a total of 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katanga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katanga is 69.32%. The male literacy rate is 79.41%, while the female literacy rate is 59.27%.