Katpur - Morshi, Amravati
Katpur is a village situated in the Morshi tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Morshi and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Katpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katpur is 532326. The village covers a total geographical area of 332 hectares and falls under the 444707 pincode. Chandurbazar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Katpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teosa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amravati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katpur
As per Census 2011, Katpur village has a total population of 1,074 people, consisting of 527 males and 547 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 893 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Katpur
Katpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mamdapur (katpur) | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Dhamangaon | West | 2.09 km |
| Lashkarpur | North | 2.32 km |
| Wagholi | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Bhawsingpur | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Rohankhed | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Shirkhed | East | 3.63 km |
| Jaymalpur | North | 3.68 km |
| Songaon | North | 3.84 km |
| Porgavhan | North-West | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katpur
Katpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khelpatta, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandurbazar to Katpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Katpur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katpur
Where is Katpur located?
Katpur village is located in Morshi Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katpur?
Katpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katpur?
The pincode of Katpur is 444707.
What is the population of Katpur?
Katpur has a total population of 1,074, including 527 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Katpur?
There are 257 households in Katpur.
What is the literacy rate in Katpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katpur is 83.15%. Male literacy is 88.61% and female literacy is 77.88%.