Katalwadi
Katalwadi is a village located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Murtawade is the gram panchayat of Katalwadi village.
Katalwadi has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Katalwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katalwadi is 565313. The village spans a total geographical area of 385.44 hectares. Chiplun is nearest town to Katalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Katalwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Katalwadi
Population of Katalwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Katalwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 745 | 315 | 430 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 374 | 198 | 176 |
Illiterate Population | 371 | 117 | 254 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katalwadi village:
- The total population of Katalwadi village is around 745, including approximately 315 males and 430 females, with a sex ratio of 1365 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 85 children aged 0–6 years in Katalwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Katalwadi village is about 50.20%, with male literacy at 62.86% and female literacy at 40.93%.
- There are around 192 households in Katalwadi village.
Connectivity of Katalwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katalwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Katalwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katalwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Katalwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katalwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katalwadi
- Where is Katalwadi located?
- Katalwadi village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katalwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Katalwadi is Murtawade (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Katalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katalwadi is 745, with 315 males and 430 females.
- How many households are there in Katalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katalwadi village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katalwadi is 50.20%. The male literacy rate is 62.86%, while the female literacy rate is 40.93%.