Katel - Sangrampur, Buldhana
Katel is a village situated in the Sangrampur tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Sangrampur and around 72 km from Buldana. Katel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katel is 528339. The village covers a total geographical area of 382.18 hectares and falls under the 444204 pincode. Shegaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Katel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katel
As per Census 2011, Katel village has a total population of 926 people, consisting of 486 males and 440 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 677 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 926 | 486 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 103 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 387 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 99 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Katel
Katel is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Katel
Katel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Shegaon to Katel is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Katel is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katel 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Katel
Where is Katel located?
Katel village is located in Sangrampur Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katel?
Katel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katel?
The pincode of Katel is 444204.
What is the population of Katel?
Katel has a total population of 926, including 486 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Katel?
There are 222 households in Katel.
What is the literacy rate in Katel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katel is 73.11%. Male literacy is 79.63% and female literacy is 65.91%.