Katran

Katran is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Katran village is also a gram panchayat.

Katran 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 Katran

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katran is 564961. The village spans a total geographical area of 472.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415711. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Katran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

When it comes to local governance, Katran 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 Dapoli 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.

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Population of Katran

Below is a concise population overview of Katran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 923 380 543
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 95 42 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 9 4 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 1 3
Literate Population 645 302 343
Illiterate Population 278 78 200

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katran village:

  • The total population of Katran village is around 923, including approximately 380 males and 543 females, with a sex ratio of 1428 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Katran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katran village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katran village is about 69.88%, with male literacy at 79.47% and female literacy at 63.17%.
  • There are around 234 households in Katran village.

Connectivity of Katran

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katran. As per the 2011 stats, Katran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Katran

Knowing the nearby villages of Katran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katran.

Frequently Asked Questions about Katran

Where is Katran located?
Katran village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katran?
Katran serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Katran?
The pincode of Katran is 415711, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katran is 923, with 380 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Katran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katran village has a total of 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katran as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katran is 69.88%. The male literacy rate is 79.47%, while the female literacy rate is 63.17%.