Katar Kheda - Dahi, Dhar
Katar Kheda is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Katarkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katar Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katar Kheda is 475588. The village covers a total geographical area of 1278.22 hectares and falls under the 454001 pincode. Dahi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katar Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katar Kheda
According to the 2011 Census, Katar Kheda village had a total population of 1,289 people, including 656 males and 633 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.73%, with male literacy at 38.77% and female literacy at 30.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 1,289 | 656 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 135 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 132 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 202 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 942 | 454 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Katar Kheda
Katar Kheda 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 Katar Kheda
Katar Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahi to Katar Kheda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Katar Kheda is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katar Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katar Kheda 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 Katar Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katar Kheda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Katar Kheda
Where is Katar Kheda located?
Katar Kheda village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katar Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Katar Kheda is Katarkheda.
What is the pincode of Katar Kheda?
The pincode of Katar Kheda is 454001.
What is the population of Katar Kheda?
Katar Kheda had a total population of 1,289, including 656 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Katar Kheda?
Katar Kheda had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katar Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katar Kheda was 34.73%. Male literacy was 38.77% and female literacy was 30.33%.