Kategaon - Barshi, Solapur
Kategaon is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kategaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kategaon is 562017. The village covers a total geographical area of 970.14 hectares and falls under the 413409 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kategaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kategaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kategaon village had a total population of 1,694 people, including 888 males and 806 females, living in 388 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.42%, with male literacy at 89.38% and female literacy at 66.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,694 | 888 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 116 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 112 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,159 | 690 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 198 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Kategaon
Kategaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kategaon
Kategaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Barshi to Kategaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kategaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kategaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kategaon 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 Kategaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kategaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kategaon
Where is Kategaon located?
Kategaon village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kategaon?
Kategaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kategaon?
The pincode of Kategaon is 413409.
What is the population of Kategaon?
Kategaon had a total population of 1,694, including 888 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Kategaon?
Kategaon had 388 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kategaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kategaon was 78.42%. Male literacy was 89.38% and female literacy was 66.43%.