Katka Shri - Badi, Raisen
Katka Shri is a village situated in the Badi tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badi and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Ranipura Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katka Shri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katka Shri is 484678. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.25 hectares and falls under the 464665 pincode. Badi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Katka Shri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhojpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katka Shri
As per Census 2011, Katka Shri village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 114 males and 113 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katka Shri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 89 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 25 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Katka Shri
Katka Shri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khurpatni | North-West | 0.86 km |
| Bhishti | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Samnapur Kachhi | East | 1.37 km |
| Bagroda | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Doobtalai | South | 1.93 km |
| Amrawad Kalan | West | 2.17 km |
| Chandpura Khurd | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Kanwar | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Pipaliya Khaki | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Mokalwada | South-East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katka Shri
Katka Shri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sohagpur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.2 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 Badi to Katka Shri is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Katka Shri is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katka Shri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katka Shri 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 Katka Shri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katka Shri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katka Shri
Where is Katka Shri located?
Katka Shri village is located in Badi Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katka Shri?
The Gram Panchayat of Katka Shri is Ranipura Khurd.
What is the pincode of Katka Shri?
The pincode of Katka Shri is 464665.
What is the population of Katka Shri?
Katka Shri has a total population of 227, including 114 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Katka Shri?
There are 44 households in Katka Shri.
What is the literacy rate in Katka Shri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katka Shri is 69.16%. Male literacy is 78.07% and female literacy is 60.18%.