Katri Forest - Akrani, Nandurbar
Katri Forest is a village situated in the Akrani tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 104 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhadgaon and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Katri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katri Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katri Forest is 525214. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.84 hectares and falls under the 425414 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Katri Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katri Forest
As per Census 2011, Katri Forest village has a total population of 247 people, consisting of 124 males and 123 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katri Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 124 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 124 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 81 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Katri Forest
Katri Forest 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 Katri Forest
Katri Forest 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 Shahade to Katri Forest is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Katri Forest is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katri Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katri Forest 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 Katri Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katri Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katri Forest
Where is Katri Forest located?
Katri Forest village is located in Akrani Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katri Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Katri Forest is Katri.
What is the pincode of Katri Forest?
The pincode of Katri Forest is 425414.
What is the population of Katri Forest?
Katri Forest has a total population of 247, including 124 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Katri Forest?
There are 44 households in Katri Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Katri Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katri Forest is 30.77%. Male literacy is 34.68% and female literacy is 26.83%.