Katanga Mal. - Bichhiya, Mandla
Katanga Mal. is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Katunga Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katanga Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katanga Mal. is 493294. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.48 hectares and falls under the 481995 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Katanga Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katanga Mal.
According to the 2011 Census, Katanga Mal. village had a total population of 166 people, including 89 males and 77 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.73%, with male literacy at 67.09% and female literacy at 40.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 85.
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 | 166 | 89 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 53 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 36 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Katanga Mal.
Katanga Mal. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Katanga Ryt. | North-East | 0.80 km |
| Sarhi | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Taktauwa | West | 1.47 km |
| Bhanpur Kheda F.v. | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Ramhepur | North | 3.01 km |
| Urdali Ryt. | North | 3.03 km |
| Dilwara | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Manjhipur | East | 3.61 km |
| Chandiya Ryt. | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Bundeli Khoh | North | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katanga Mal.
Katanga Mal. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Limarua, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.9 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Katanga Mal. is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Katanga Mal. is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katanga Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katanga Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katanga Mal.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katanga Mal. 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 Katanga Mal.
Where is Katanga Mal. located?
Katanga Mal. village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katanga Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Katanga Mal. is Katunga Mal.
What is the pincode of Katanga Mal.?
The pincode of Katanga Mal. is 481995.
What is the population of Katanga Mal.?
Katanga Mal. had a total population of 166, including 89 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Katanga Mal.?
Katanga Mal. had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katanga Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katanga Mal. was 54.73%. Male literacy was 67.09% and female literacy was 40.58%.