Katezari - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Katezari is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chatgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katezari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katezari is 539013. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.11 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Katezari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katezari
As per Census 2011, Katezari village has a total population of 513 people, consisting of 258 males and 255 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 223 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katezari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 513 | 258 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 108 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 199 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 59 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Katezari
Katezari 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 Katezari
Katezari 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 Gadchiroli to Katezari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Katezari is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katezari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katezari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katezari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katezari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katezari
Where is Katezari located?
Katezari village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katezari?
The Gram Panchayat of Katezari is Chatgaon.
What is the pincode of Katezari?
The pincode of Katezari is 442606.
What is the population of Katezari?
Katezari has a total population of 513, including 258 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Katezari?
There are 130 households in Katezari.
What is the literacy rate in Katezari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katezari is 67.25%. Male literacy is 77.13% and female literacy is 57.25%.