Katghara - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Katghara is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Katghada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katghara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katghara is 476716. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.92 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Katghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katghara
As per Census 2011, Katghara village has a total population of 847 people, consisting of 428 males and 419 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 472 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katghara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 847 | 428 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 117 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 287 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 141 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Katghara
Katghara 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 Katghara
Katghara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Katghara.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Katghara is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Katghara is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katghara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katghara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katghara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katghara
Where is Katghara located?
Katghara village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Katghara is Katghada.
What is the pincode of Katghara?
The pincode of Katghara is 451115.
What is the population of Katghara?
Katghara has a total population of 847, including 428 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Katghara?
There are 196 households in Katghara.
What is the literacy rate in Katghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katghara is 55.73%. Male literacy is 67.06% and female literacy is 44.15%.