Katori Mal - Ghansaur, Seoni
Katori Mal is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Katori Mal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katori Mal is 496101. The village covers a total geographical area of 597.71 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Katori Mal 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 Katori Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Katori Mal village had a total population of 739 people, including 370 males and 369 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.36%, with male literacy at 84.44% and female literacy at 66.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 355, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 285.
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 | 739 | 370 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 178 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 148 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 266 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 104 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Katori Mal
Katori Mal 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 Katori Mal
Katori Mal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Katori Mal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Katori Mal is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Katori Mal is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katori Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katori 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katori 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 Katori 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 Katori Mal
Where is Katori Mal located?
Katori Mal village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katori Mal?
Katori Mal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katori Mal?
The pincode of Katori Mal is 480997.
What is the population of Katori Mal?
Katori Mal had a total population of 739, including 370 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Katori Mal?
Katori Mal had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katori Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katori Mal was 75.36%. Male literacy was 84.44% and female literacy was 66.24%.