Katarwel - Baglan, Nashik
Katarwel is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Katerwel serves as the Village Panchayat for Katarwel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarwel is 550024. The village covers a total geographical area of 1147 hectares and falls under the 423302 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Katarwel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katarwel
According to the 2011 Census, Katarwel village had a total population of 1,543 people, including 797 males and 746 females, living in 317 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.45%, with male literacy at 75.58% and female literacy at 58.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 927.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,543 | 797 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 927 | 492 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 887 | 517 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 656 | 280 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Katarwel
Katarwel is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tungan Digar | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Pargaon | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Daswel | South | 3.49 km |
| Pimpalkothe | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Shelbari | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Mandane | West | 3.75 km |
| Daregaon | East | 4.66 km |
| Sitarampur | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Dhongade Digar | North | 5.03 km |
| Bhilwad | West | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katarwel
Katarwel is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.8 km.
| 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 Satana to Katarwel is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Katarwel is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katarwel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarwel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katarwel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarwel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katarwel
Where is Katarwel located?
Katarwel village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Katarwel?
The Village Panchayat of Katarwel is Katerwel.
What is the pincode of Katarwel?
The pincode of Katarwel is 423302.
What is the population of Katarwel?
Katarwel had a total population of 1,543, including 797 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Katarwel?
Katarwel had 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katarwel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarwel was 67.45%. Male literacy was 75.58% and female literacy was 58.64%.