Katkona

Katkona is a village located in Sohagpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from Shahdol, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Katkona village. As per 2009 stats, Katkona village is also a gram panchayat.

Katkona 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 Katkona

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katkona is 501502. The village spans a total geographical area of 415.5 hectares. Burhar is nearest town to Katkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Katkona

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,205 615 590
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 171 79 92
Scheduled Castes (SC) 135 65 70
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 495 242 253
Literate Population 632 365 267
Illiterate Population 573 250 323

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

  • The total population of Katkona village is around 1,205, including approximately 615 males and 590 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 171 children aged 0–6 years in Katkona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katkona village has 135 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 495 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katkona village is about 52.45%, with male literacy at 59.35% and female literacy at 45.25%.
  • There are around 340 households in Katkona village.

Connectivity of Katkona

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Katkona

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Katkona

Where is Katkona located?
Katkona village is situated in Sohagpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkona?
Katkona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Katkona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katkona is 1,205, with 615 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Katkona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katkona village has a total of 340 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkona as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katkona is 52.45%. The male literacy rate is 59.35%, while the female literacy rate is 45.25%.