Katarni - Yevla, Nashik
Katarni is a village situated in the Yevla tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yevla and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Katarni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarni is 551411. The village covers a total geographical area of 1780.32 hectares and falls under the 423104 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Katarni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yevla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katarni
As per Census 2011, Katarni village has a total population of 3,068 people, consisting of 1,614 males and 1,454 females. The village has 571 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 377 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,199 literate and 869 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katarni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,068 | 1,614 | 1,454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 377 | 212 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 103 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 2,199 | 1,267 | 932 |
| Illiterate Population | 869 | 347 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Katarni
Katarni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadgaon Pangu | North | 3.83 km |
| Murami | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Katarwadi | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Visapur | East | 4.05 km |
| Talegaon Rohi | West | 4.09 km |
| Vikharni | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Adgaon Repal | South | 4.79 km |
| Rapali | North-East | 5.54 km |
| Nilkhede | South-West | 5.89 km |
| Kanadi | South | 6.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katarni
Katarni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.0 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 Manmad to Katarni is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Katarni 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 Katarni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katarni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katarni
Where is Katarni located?
Katarni village is located in Yevla Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katarni?
Katarni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katarni?
The pincode of Katarni is 423104.
What is the population of Katarni?
Katarni has a total population of 3,068, including 1,614 males and 1,454 females.
How many households are there in Katarni?
There are 571 households in Katarni.
What is the literacy rate in Katarni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarni is 71.68%. Male literacy is 78.50% and female literacy is 64.10%.