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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Katarni village had a total population of 3,068 people, including 1,614 males and 1,454 females, living in 571 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.72%, with male literacy at 90.37% and female literacy at 72.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Katarni?
Katarni is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katarni?
The pincode of Katarni is 423104.
What is the population of Katarni?
Katarni had a total population of 3,068, including 1,614 males and 1,454 females.
How many households are there in Katarni?
Katarni had 571 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katarni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarni was 81.72%. Male literacy was 90.37% and female literacy was 72.30%.