Katrol - Mehgaon, Bhind
Katrol is a village situated in the Mehgaon tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehgaon and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Katroul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katrol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katrol is 453102. The village covers a total geographical area of 1326.62 hectares and falls under the 477557 pincode. Mehgaon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Katrol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katrol
According to the 2011 Census, Katrol village had a total population of 2,671 people, including 1,519 males and 1,152 females, living in 602 households. The sex ratio was 758 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.20%, with male literacy at 87.03% and female literacy at 62.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231.
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 | 2,671 | 1,519 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 247 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 126 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,726 | 1,107 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 945 | 412 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Katrol
Katrol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Madroli | South | 2.23 km |
| Gudawali | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Kheriavan | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Kethoda | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Ekori | North | 3.10 km |
| Chirol | East | 3.13 km |
| Manikpura | North | 3.31 km |
| Pipahada | West | 3.32 km |
| Dandraua | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Keshopura | South | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katrol
Katrol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Asokhar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mehgaon to Katrol is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Katrol is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katrol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katrol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katrol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katrol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katrol
Where is Katrol located?
Katrol village is located in Mehgaon Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katrol?
The Gram Panchayat of Katrol is Katroul.
What is the pincode of Katrol?
The pincode of Katrol is 477557.
What is the population of Katrol?
Katrol had a total population of 2,671, including 1,519 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Katrol?
Katrol had 602 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katrol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katrol was 76.20%. Male literacy was 87.03% and female literacy was 62.34%.