Katarkhatav - Khatav, Satara
Katarkhatav is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Katarkhatav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarkhatav is 563552. The village covers a total geographical area of 2676 hectares and falls under the 415507 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Katarkhatav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katarkhatav
As per Census 2011, Katarkhatav village has a total population of 3,997 people, consisting of 1,950 males and 2,047 females. The village has 849 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 412 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,860 literate and 1,137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katarkhatav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,997 | 1,950 | 2,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 412 | 211 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 543 | 263 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 2,860 | 1,500 | 1,360 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,137 | 450 | 687 |
Nearby Villages of Katarkhatav
Katarkhatav 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manetupewadi | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Yelmarwadi | East | 4.12 km |
| Banpuri | South | 4.28 km |
| Dalmodi | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Palasgaon | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Yaralwadi | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Bombale | North | 4.87 km |
| Dambhewadi | North-East | 5.18 km |
| Suryachiwadi | South | 5.19 km |
| Hingane | North-West | 6.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katarkhatav
Katarkhatav is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vita to Katarkhatav is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Katarkhatav is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katarkhatav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarkhatav 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 Katarkhatav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarkhatav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katarkhatav
Where is Katarkhatav located?
Katarkhatav village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katarkhatav?
Katarkhatav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katarkhatav?
The pincode of Katarkhatav is 415507.
What is the population of Katarkhatav?
Katarkhatav has a total population of 3,997, including 1,950 males and 2,047 females.
How many households are there in Katarkhatav?
There are 849 households in Katarkhatav.
What is the literacy rate in Katarkhatav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarkhatav is 71.55%. Male literacy is 76.92% and female literacy is 66.44%.