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.
Katkheda has its own place in the vibrant Akola 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 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.
Google Map of Katkheda
Population of Katkheda
Below is a concise population overview of Katkheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katkheda village:
- The total population of Katkheda village is around 1,525, including approximately 781 males and 744 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 190 children aged 0–6 years in Katkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Katkheda village has 251 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Katkheda village is about 63.93%, with male literacy at 73.75% and female literacy at 53.63%.
- There are around 323 households in Katkheda village.
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%.