Katjhira - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Katjhira is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Putla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katjhira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katjhira is 477928. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.2 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Katjhira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katjhira
As per Census 2011, Katjhira village has a total population of 1,202 people, consisting of 608 males and 594 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 994 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,189 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katjhira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,202 | 608 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 169 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,189 | 598 | 591 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 119 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 994 | 489 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Katjhira
Katjhira 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 Katjhira
Katjhira is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jhiranya to Katjhira is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Katjhira is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katjhira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katjhira 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katjhira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katjhira 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 Katjhira
Where is Katjhira located?
Katjhira village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katjhira?
The Gram Panchayat of Katjhira is Putla.
What is the pincode of Katjhira?
The pincode of Katjhira is 451332.
What is the population of Katjhira?
Katjhira has a total population of 1,202, including 608 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Katjhira?
There are 226 households in Katjhira.
What is the literacy rate in Katjhira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katjhira is 17.30%. Male literacy is 19.57% and female literacy is 14.98%.