Katgun - Khatav, Satara
Katgun is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Katgun village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katgun is 563493. The village covers a total geographical area of 1385 hectares and falls under the 415502 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Katgun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katgun
According to the 2011 Census, Katgun village had a total population of 3,319 people, including 1,665 males and 1,654 females, living in 753 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.96%, with male literacy at 90.93% and female literacy at 75.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 447, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 3,319 | 1,665 | 1,654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 166 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 218 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2,513 | 1,363 | 1,150 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 302 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Katgun
Katgun 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umbarmale | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Pusegaon | West | 3.47 km |
| Khatgun | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Dharpudi | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Khatav | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Vetane | North | 4.74 km |
| Nidhal | East | 5.38 km |
| Ner | North-West | 5.79 km |
| Gadewadi | South-West | 6.31 km |
| Ranshingwadi | North | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katgun
Katgun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.5 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 Rahimatpur to Katgun is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Katgun is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katgun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katgun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katgun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katgun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katgun
Where is Katgun located?
Katgun village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Katgun?
Katgun is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katgun?
The pincode of Katgun is 415502.
What is the population of Katgun?
Katgun had a total population of 3,319, including 1,665 males and 1,654 females.
How many households are there in Katgun?
Katgun had 753 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katgun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katgun was 82.96%. Male literacy was 90.93% and female literacy was 75.16%.