Katrangatta - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Katrangatta is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Botanfundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katrangatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katrangatta is 539721. The village covers a total geographical area of 790 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 180 km away.
Katrangatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katrangatta
As per Census 2011, Katrangatta village has a total population of 124 people, consisting of 62 males and 62 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katrangatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 124 | 62 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 41 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Katrangatta
Katrangatta 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 Katrangatta
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Katrangatta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Katrangatta is about 180 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katrangatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katrangatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katrangatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katrangatta 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 Katrangatta
Where is Katrangatta located?
Katrangatta village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katrangatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Katrangatta is Botanfundi.
What is the pincode of Katrangatta?
The pincode of Katrangatta is 442710.
What is the population of Katrangatta?
Katrangatta has a total population of 124, including 62 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Katrangatta?
There are 30 households in Katrangatta.
What is the literacy rate in Katrangatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katrangatta is 27.42%. Male literacy is 33.87% and female literacy is 20.97%.