Katkarwadi - Ambejogai, Beed
Katkarwadi is a village situated in the Ambejogai tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from Ambejogai and around 130 km from Bid. Katkarwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkarwadi is 560080. The village covers a total geographical area of 517 hectares and falls under the 431519 pincode. Ambejogai is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Katkarwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaij Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katkarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Katkarwadi village had a total population of 1,213 people, including 628 males and 585 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.79%, with male literacy at 87.18% and female literacy at 67.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,213 | 628 | 585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 816 | 476 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 152 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Katkarwadi
Katkarwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murkutwadi | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Ujani | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Dhaswadi | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Kadyachiwadi | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Devkara | East | 3.52 km |
| Mohgaon | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Sukani | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Guttewadi | West | 4.75 km |
| Shelmoha | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Bhatanwadi | South-West | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katkarwadi
Katkarwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pangaon, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 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 Ambejogai to Katkarwadi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Katkarwadi is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katkarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkarwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katkarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkarwadi 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 Katkarwadi
Where is Katkarwadi located?
Katkarwadi village is located in Ambejogai Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Katkarwadi?
Katkarwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katkarwadi?
The pincode of Katkarwadi is 431519.
What is the population of Katkarwadi?
Katkarwadi had a total population of 1,213, including 628 males and 585 females.
How many households are there in Katkarwadi?
Katkarwadi had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkarwadi was 77.79%. Male literacy was 87.18% and female literacy was 67.59%.