Katkheda - Barshitakli, Akola
Katkheda is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Katkhed serves as the Village Panchayat for Katkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkheda is 530465. The village covers a total geographical area of 565 hectares and falls under the 444401 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Katkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Katkheda village had a total population of 1,525 people, including 781 males and 744 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.03%, with male literacy at 83.84% and female literacy at 61.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 251, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,525 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Katkheda
Katkheda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarav | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Hingna Kumbhari | North | 2.59 km |
| Yeota | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Sisa Udegaon | North | 3.64 km |
| Rustamabad | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Bramhandari | South | 4.25 km |
| Masa | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Paranda | South-East | 4.48 km |
| Yeranda | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Kumbhari | North-West | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katkheda
Katkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shivni Shivapur, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akola to Katkheda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katkheda
Where is Katkheda located?
Katkheda village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Katkheda?
The Village Panchayat of Katkheda is Katkhed.
What is the pincode of Katkheda?
The pincode of Katkheda is 444401.
What is the population of Katkheda?
Katkheda had a total population of 1,525, including 781 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Katkheda?
Katkheda had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkheda was 73.03%. Male literacy was 83.84% and female literacy was 61.57%.