Katora - Sanawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Katora is a village situated in the Sanawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Barwaha and around 100 km from Khargone. Katora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katora is 476782. The village covers a total geographical area of 806.55 hectares and falls under the 451113 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Katora 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 Katora
According to the 2011 Census, Katora village had a total population of 3,468 people, including 1,780 males and 1,688 females, living in 716 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.21%, with male literacy at 71.52% and female literacy at 48.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 631, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 303.
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 | 3,468 | 1,780 | 1,688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 228 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 321 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 303 | 155 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 1,828 | 1,110 | 718 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,640 | 670 | 970 |
Nearby Villages of Katora
Katora 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 Katora
Katora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sanawad to Katora is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Katora is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katora
Where is Katora located?
Katora village is located in Sanawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katora?
Katora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katora?
The pincode of Katora is 451113.
What is the population of Katora?
Katora had a total population of 3,468, including 1,780 males and 1,688 females.
How many households are there in Katora?
Katora had 716 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katora was 60.21%. Male literacy was 71.52% and female literacy was 48.38%.