Katai - Kalyan, Thane
Katai is a village situated in the Kalyan tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyan and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Thane.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katai is 552993. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 421204 pincode. Dombivali is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Katai is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyan Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalyan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katai
As per Census 2011, Katai village has a total population of 2,558 people, consisting of 1,365 males and 1,193 females. The village has 611 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,843 literate and 715 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,558 | 1,365 | 1,193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 200 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 69 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,843 | 1,069 | 774 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 296 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Katai
Katai 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 Katai
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dombivali to Katai is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Katai is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Katai
Where is Katai located?
Katai village is located in Kalyan Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the pincode of Katai?
The pincode of Katai is 421204.
What is the population of Katai?
Katai has a total population of 2,558, including 1,365 males and 1,193 females.
How many households are there in Katai?
There are 611 households in Katai.
What is the literacy rate in Katai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katai is 72.05%. Male literacy is 78.32% and female literacy is 64.88%.