Katkumbh - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Katkumbh is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Katkhumbh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katkumbh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkumbh is 531645. The village covers a total geographical area of 704.49 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Katkumbh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katkumbh
As per Census 2011, Katkumbh village has a total population of 2,403 people, consisting of 1,284 males and 1,119 females. The village has 512 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,672 literate and 731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 352 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 993 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katkumbh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,403 | 1,284 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 149 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 186 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 993 | 536 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 1,672 | 999 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 731 | 285 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Katkumbh
Katkumbh 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 Katkumbh
Katkumbh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Katkumbh is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Katkumbh is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katkumbh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkumbh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katkumbh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkumbh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Katkumbh
Where is Katkumbh located?
Katkumbh village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkumbh?
The Gram Panchayat of Katkumbh is Katkhumbh.
What is the pincode of Katkumbh?
The pincode of Katkumbh is 444807.
What is the population of Katkumbh?
Katkumbh has a total population of 2,403, including 1,284 males and 1,119 females.
How many households are there in Katkumbh?
There are 512 households in Katkumbh.
What is the literacy rate in Katkumbh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkumbh is 69.58%. Male literacy is 77.80% and female literacy is 60.14%.