Katambi - Surgana, Nashik
Katambi is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Bedase serves as the Village Panchayat for Katambi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katambi is 549730. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.08 hectares and falls under the 422007 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Katambi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katambi
According to the 2011 Census, Katambi village had a total population of 251 people, including 133 males and 118 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.45%, with male literacy at 76.27% and female literacy at 63.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 243.
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 | 251 | 133 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 130 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 90 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 43 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Katambi
Katambi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kahandolsa | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Merdand | East | 1.77 km |
| Palashet | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Vaghanakhi | South | 2.05 km |
| Pimpalchond | West | 2.23 km |
| Gahale | West | 2.37 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Waghadi | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Palsan | North | 2.88 km |
| Dudhawal | North-West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katambi
Katambi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.8 km.
| 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 Nashik to Katambi is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katambi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katambi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katambi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katambi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katambi
Where is Katambi located?
Katambi village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Katambi?
The Village Panchayat of Katambi is Bedase.
What is the pincode of Katambi?
The pincode of Katambi is 422007.
What is the population of Katambi?
Katambi had a total population of 251, including 133 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Katambi?
Katambi had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katambi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katambi was 70.45%. Male literacy was 76.27% and female literacy was 63.73%.