Katia - Pawai, Panna
Katia is a village situated in the Pawai tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pawai and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Chhirraha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katia is 459273. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.7 hectares and falls under the 488446 pincode. Pawai is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Katia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katia
As per Census 2011, Katia village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 175 males and 160 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 175 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 120 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 55 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Katia
Katia 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 Katia
Katia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pawai to Katia is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Katia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Katia
Where is Katia located?
Katia village is located in Pawai Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katia?
The Gram Panchayat of Katia is Chhirraha.
What is the pincode of Katia?
The pincode of Katia is 488446.
What is the population of Katia?
Katia has a total population of 335, including 175 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Katia?
There are 61 households in Katia.
What is the literacy rate in Katia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katia is 55.52%. Male literacy is 68.57% and female literacy is 41.25%.