Katiya - Ghansaur, Seoni
Katiya is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Suchanmeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katiya is 496164. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.55 hectares and falls under the 480999 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Katiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katiya
As per Census 2011, Katiya village has a total population of 842 people, consisting of 429 males and 413 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 655 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 842 | 429 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 56 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 655 | 334 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 290 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 139 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Katiya
Katiya 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 Katiya
Katiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Katiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Katiya is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Katiya is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katiya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katiya 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 Katiya
Where is Katiya located?
Katiya village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Katiya is Suchanmeta.
What is the pincode of Katiya?
The pincode of Katiya is 480999.
What is the population of Katiya?
Katiya has a total population of 842, including 429 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Katiya?
There are 199 households in Katiya.
What is the literacy rate in Katiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katiya is 55.94%. Male literacy is 67.60% and female literacy is 43.83%.