Katoda - Chikhli, Buldhana
Katoda is a village situated in the Chikhli tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Chikhli and around 45 km from Buldana. Katoda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katoda is 529207. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.22 hectares and falls under the 443201 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Katoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikhli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katoda
According to the 2011 Census, Katoda village had a total population of 1,686 people, including 887 males and 799 females, living in 393 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.35%, with male literacy at 92.17% and female literacy at 75.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 422, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,686 | 887 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 108 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 221 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,250 | 718 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 169 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Katoda
Katoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandanpur | South | 2.20 km |
| Ranantri | East | 2.21 km |
| Gangalgaon | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Ratali | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Ambashi | North | 3.41 km |
| Kawathal | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Hiwarkhed | East | 4.25 km |
| Khairav | North | 4.87 km |
| Shindi | South-East | 5.36 km |
| Mohadi | East | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katoda
Katoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nandura, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Katoda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Katoda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katoda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katoda
Where is Katoda located?
Katoda village is located in Chikhli Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Katoda?
Katoda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katoda?
The pincode of Katoda is 443201.
What is the population of Katoda?
Katoda had a total population of 1,686, including 887 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Katoda?
Katoda had 393 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katoda was 84.35%. Male literacy was 92.17% and female literacy was 75.68%.