Katalwedha - Parner, Ahilyanagar
Katalwedha is a village situated in the Parner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Parner and around 65 km from Ahmadnagar. Katalwedha village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katalwedha is 558267. The village covers a total geographical area of 2144 hectares and falls under the 414304 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Katalwedha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katalwedha
According to the 2011 Census, Katalwedha village had a total population of 1,141 people, including 582 males and 559 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.05%, with male literacy at 84.95% and female literacy at 62.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 1,141 | 582 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 49 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 762 | 446 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 136 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Katalwedha
Katalwedha 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 Katalwedha
Katalwedha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Katalwedha is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katalwedha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katalwedha 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 Katalwedha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katalwedha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katalwedha
Where is Katalwedha located?
Katalwedha village is located in Parner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Katalwedha?
Katalwedha is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katalwedha?
The pincode of Katalwedha is 414304.
What is the population of Katalwedha?
Katalwedha had a total population of 1,141, including 582 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Katalwedha?
Katalwedha had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katalwedha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katalwedha was 74.05%. Male literacy was 84.95% and female literacy was 62.70%.