Katora
Katora is a village located in Barwaha tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Barwaha (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Katora village is also a gram panchayat.
Katora has its own place in the vibrant Khargone region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Katora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katora is 476782. The village spans a total geographical area of 806.55 hectares. Sanawad is nearest town to Katora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Katora village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khandwa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Katora
Population of Katora
Below is a concise population overview of Katora as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katora village:
- The total population of Katora village is around 3,468, including approximately 1,780 males and 1,688 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 432 children aged 0–6 years in Katora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Katora village has 631 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 303 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Katora village is about 52.71%, with male literacy at 62.36% and female literacy at 42.54%.
- There are around 716 households in Katora village.
Connectivity of Katora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katora. As per the 2011 stats, Katora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katora
Knowing the nearby villages of Katora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katora
- Where is Katora located?
- Katora village is situated in Barwaha Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katora?
- Katora serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Katora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katora is 3,468, with 1,780 males and 1,688 females.
- How many households are there in Katora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katora village has a total of 716 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katora is 52.71%. The male literacy rate is 62.36%, while the female literacy rate is 42.54%.