Katkheda

Katkheda is a village located in Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Barshitakli (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Katkhed is the gram panchayat of Katkheda village.

Here you can discover what makes Katkheda unique in its vibrant Barshitakli-Akola region. You’ll see Katkheda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Katkheda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katkheda is 530465. The village spans a total geographical area of 565 hectares. Akola is nearest town to Katkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Katkheda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Katkheda

According to the 2011 Census, Katkheda has a total population of about 1,525, with approximately 781 males and 744 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 251 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.93%, with male literacy at about 73.75% and female literacy near 53.63%. There are around 323 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katkheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,525 781 744
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 190 94 96
Scheduled Castes (SC) 251 125 126
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 2 1
Literate Population 975 576 399
Illiterate Population 550 205 345

Connectivity of Katkheda

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

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

Nearby Villages of Katkheda

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Katkheda

Where is Katkheda located?
Katkheda village is situated in Barshitakli Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Katkheda is Katkhed (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Katkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katkheda is 1,525, with 781 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Katkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katkheda village has a total of 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katkheda is 63.93%. The male literacy rate is 73.75%, while the female literacy rate is 53.63%.