Katangi
Katangi is a village located in Goregaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Goregaon (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Katangi Bz is the gram panchayat of Katangi village.
Here you can discover what makes Katangi unique in its vibrant Goregaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Katangi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Katangi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katangi is 537673. The village spans a total geographical area of 851.98 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Katangi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Katangi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tirora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Katangi
Population of Katangi
According to the 2011 Census, Katangi has a total population of about 2,643, with approximately 1,324 males and 1,319 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 266 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 232 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 295. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.88%, with male literacy at about 83.38% and female literacy near 70.36%. There are around 584 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katangi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,643 | 1,324 | 1,319 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 136 | 130 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 119 | 113 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 133 | 162 |
Literate Population | 2,032 | 1,104 | 928 |
Illiterate Population | 611 | 220 | 391 |
Connectivity of Katangi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katangi. As per the 2011 stats, Katangi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katangi
Knowing the nearby villages of Katangi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katangi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katangi
- Where is Katangi located?
- Katangi village is situated in Goregaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katangi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Katangi is Katangi Bz (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Katangi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katangi is 2,643, with 1,324 males and 1,319 females.
- How many households are there in Katangi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katangi village has a total of 584 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katangi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katangi is 76.88%. The male literacy rate is 83.38%, while the female literacy rate is 70.36%.