Katneshwar - Purna, Parbhani
Katneshwar is a village situated in the Purna tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purna and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Katneshwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katneshwar is 547173. The village covers a total geographical area of 1479 hectares and falls under the 431511 pincode. Purna is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Katneshwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katneshwar
As per Census 2011, Katneshwar village has a total population of 4,376 people, consisting of 2,211 males and 2,165 females. The village has 827 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 635 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,675 literate and 1,701 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katneshwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,376 | 2,211 | 2,165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 635 | 345 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 140 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,675 | 1,514 | 1,161 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,701 | 697 | 1,004 |
Nearby Villages of Katneshwar
Katneshwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ukhalad | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Laxmannagar | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Pimpari Deshmukh | South | 4.57 km |
| Rahati | West | 4.58 km |
| Aherwadi | East | 4.65 km |
| Karjanapur | South | 5.42 km |
| Babhali | South-West | 5.42 km |
| Suki | South | 5.46 km |
| Sangmeshwar | North-West | 5.47 km |
| Hisewadgaon | North-East | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katneshwar
Katneshwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mirkhal, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 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 Purna to Katneshwar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Katneshwar is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katneshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katneshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katneshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katneshwar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Katneshwar
Where is Katneshwar located?
Katneshwar village is located in Purna Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katneshwar?
Katneshwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katneshwar?
The pincode of Katneshwar is 431511.
What is the population of Katneshwar?
Katneshwar has a total population of 4,376, including 2,211 males and 2,165 females.
How many households are there in Katneshwar?
There are 827 households in Katneshwar.
What is the literacy rate in Katneshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katneshwar is 61.13%. Male literacy is 68.48% and female literacy is 53.63%.