Katpur
Katpur is a village located in Morshi tehsil of Amravati district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Morshi (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Amravati. As per 2009 stats, Katpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Katpur unique in its vibrant Morshi-Amravati region. You’ll see Katpur’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 Katpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katpur is 532326. The village spans a total geographical area of 332 hectares. Chandurbazar is nearest town to Katpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Katpur 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 Teosa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amravati Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Katpur
Population of Katpur
According to the 2011 Census, Katpur has a total population of about 1,074, with approximately 527 males and 547 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 135 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 33. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.15%, with male literacy at about 88.61% and female literacy near 77.88%. There are around 257 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,074 | 527 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 38 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 467 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 60 | 121 |
Connectivity of Katpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katpur. As per the 2011 stats, Katpur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Katpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katpur
- Where is Katpur located?
- Katpur village is situated in Morshi Tehsil, within the Amravati district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katpur?
- Katpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Katpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katpur is 1,074, with 527 males and 547 females.
- How many households are there in Katpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katpur village has a total of 257 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katpur is 83.15%. The male literacy rate is 88.61%, while the female literacy rate is 77.88%.