Katar Khadak - Mulshi, Pune
Katar Khadak is a village situated in the Mulshi tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paud and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Katarkhadak serves as the Village Panchayat for Katar Khadak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katar Khadak is 556091. The village covers a total geographical area of 549 hectares and falls under the 412215 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Katar Khadak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katar Khadak
According to the 2011 Census, Katar Khadak village had a total population of 887 people, including 422 males and 465 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.34%, with male literacy at 76.61% and female literacy at 54.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 887 | 422 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 50 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 285 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 137 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Katar Khadak
Katar Khadak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khamboli | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Andhale | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Nandgaon | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Chikhalgaon | South | 2.93 km |
| Divad | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Ovale | North | 3.48 km |
| Pimpaloli | East | 3.85 km |
| Kule | South | 3.98 km |
| Pusane | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Bhalgudi | West | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katar Khadak
Katar Khadak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vadgaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.5 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 Pune to Katar Khadak is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Katar Khadak is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katar Khadak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katar Khadak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katar Khadak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katar Khadak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katar Khadak
Where is Katar Khadak located?
Katar Khadak village is located in Mulshi Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Katar Khadak?
The Village Panchayat of Katar Khadak is Katarkhadak.
What is the pincode of Katar Khadak?
The pincode of Katar Khadak is 412215.
What is the population of Katar Khadak?
Katar Khadak had a total population of 887, including 422 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Katar Khadak?
Katar Khadak had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katar Khadak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katar Khadak was 65.34%. Male literacy was 76.61% and female literacy was 54.95%.