Katarya - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Katarya is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Balakwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katarya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarya is 477198. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.45 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Katarya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katarya
As per Census 2011, Katarya village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 130 males and 139 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katarya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 130 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 88 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 42 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Katarya
Katarya 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 Katarya
Katarya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Katarya is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Katarya is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katarya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarya 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 Katarya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katarya
Where is Katarya located?
Katarya village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katarya?
The Gram Panchayat of Katarya is Balakwada.
What is the pincode of Katarya?
The pincode of Katarya is 451001.
What is the population of Katarya?
Katarya has a total population of 269, including 130 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Katarya?
There are 56 households in Katarya.
What is the literacy rate in Katarya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarya is 56.88%. Male literacy is 67.69% and female literacy is 46.76%.