Kategaon
Kategaon is a village located in Barshi tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Barshi (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Kategaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kategaon unique in its vibrant Barshi-Solapur region. You’ll see Kategaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kategaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kategaon is 562017. The village spans a total geographical area of 970.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413409. Barshi is nearest town to Kategaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kategaon 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 Barshi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kategaon
Population of Kategaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kategaon has a total population of about 1,694, with approximately 888 males and 806 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 216 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 205 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.42%, with male literacy at about 77.70% and female literacy near 58.19%. There are around 388 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kategaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,694 | 888 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 116 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 112 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,159 | 690 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 198 | 337 |
Connectivity of Kategaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kategaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kategaon 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 Kategaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kategaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kategaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kategaon
- Where is Kategaon located?
- Kategaon village is situated in Barshi Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kategaon?
- Kategaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kategaon?
- The pincode of Kategaon is 413409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kategaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kategaon is 1,694, with 888 males and 806 females.
- How many households are there in Kategaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kategaon village has a total of 388 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kategaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kategaon is 68.42%. The male literacy rate is 77.70%, while the female literacy rate is 58.19%.