Katran - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Katran is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Katran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katran is 564961. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.04 hectares and falls under the 415717 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Katran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katran
As per Census 2011, Katran village has a total population of 923 people, consisting of 380 males and 543 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 1,428 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 645 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Katran
Katran 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talaghar | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Pavnal | West | 1.95 km |
| Damame | South | 2.79 km |
| Tamond | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Pophalwane | North | 3.21 km |
| Karjee | East | 3.47 km |
| Karanjali | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Unhavare | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Mulgaon | East | 4.32 km |
| Anaspure | South-East | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katran
Katran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 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 Dapoli Camp to Katran is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Katran is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katran 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 Katran
Where is Katran located?
Katran village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katran?
Katran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katran?
The pincode of Katran is 415717.
What is the population of Katran?
Katran has a total population of 923, including 380 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Katran?
There are 234 households in Katran.
What is the literacy rate in Katran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katran is 69.88%. Male literacy is 79.47% and female literacy is 63.17%.