Katsur - Morshi, Amravati
Katsur is a village situated in the Morshi tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Morshi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Katsur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katsur is 532333. The village covers a total geographical area of 839.69 hectares and falls under the 444915 pincode. Chandurbazar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Katsur 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 Katsur
According to the 2011 Census, Katsur village had a total population of 1,236 people, including 629 males and 607 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.78%, with male literacy at 95.59% and female literacy at 91.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252, 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 | 1,236 | 629 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 123 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,040 | 542 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 87 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Katsur
Katsur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patur | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Vitthalpur | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Antora | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Rajura (lahan) | North | 2.90 km |
| Savanga | South | 3.39 km |
| Adgaon | East | 3.63 km |
| Isabpur | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Wathonda | West | 3.91 km |
| Ramdalpur | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Bramhanwada Bhagat | South-West | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katsur
Katsur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chandur Bazar, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 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 Katsur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Katsur is about 30 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 Katsur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katsur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katsur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katsur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katsur
Where is Katsur located?
Katsur village is located in Morshi Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katsur?
Katsur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katsur?
The pincode of Katsur is 444915.
What is the population of Katsur?
Katsur had a total population of 1,236, including 629 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Katsur?
Katsur had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katsur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katsur was 93.78%. Male literacy was 95.59% and female literacy was 91.88%.