Katira

Katira is a village located in Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Jaisinghnagar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Katira village is also a gram panchayat.

Katira has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katira is 501092. The village spans a total geographical area of 1623.49 hectares. Jaisinghnagar is nearest town to Katira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Katira

Below is a concise population overview of Katira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,302 665 637
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 228 113 115
Scheduled Castes (SC) 157 78 79
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 669 346 323
Literate Population 830 483 347
Illiterate Population 472 182 290

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katira village:

  • The total population of Katira village is around 1,302, including approximately 665 males and 637 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Katira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katira village has 157 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 669 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katira village is about 63.75%, with male literacy at 72.63% and female literacy at 54.47%.
  • There are around 346 households in Katira village.

Connectivity of Katira

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katira. As per the 2011 stats, Katira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Katira

Knowing the nearby villages of Katira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katira.

Frequently Asked Questions about Katira

Where is Katira located?
Katira village is situated in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katira?
Katira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Katira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katira is 1,302, with 665 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Katira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katira village has a total of 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katira is 63.75%. The male literacy rate is 72.63%, while the female literacy rate is 54.47%.