Katkheda Bk. - Pusad, Yavatmal
Katkheda Bk. is a village situated in the Pusad tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusad and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Katkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katkheda Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkheda Bk. is 542794. The village covers a total geographical area of 453.64 hectares and falls under the 445204 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katkheda Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pusad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katkheda Bk.
As per Census 2011, Katkheda Bk. village has a total population of 827 people, consisting of 424 males and 403 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 520 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katkheda Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 424 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 62 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 190 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 134 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 287 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 137 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Katkheda Bk.
Katkheda Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hudi Bk. | South | 2.66 km |
| Kasola | East | 2.71 km |
| Palodi | West | 2.74 km |
| Aregaon Kh. | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Tarodi | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Aregaon Bk. | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Bhatamba | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Katarwadi | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Indira Nagar | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Hegadi | South-West | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katkheda Bk.
Katkheda Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanhargaon Naka, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pusad to Katkheda Bk. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Katkheda Bk. is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katkheda Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkheda Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katkheda Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkheda Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katkheda Bk.
Where is Katkheda Bk. located?
Katkheda Bk. village is located in Pusad Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkheda Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Katkheda Bk. is Katkheda.
What is the pincode of Katkheda Bk.?
The pincode of Katkheda Bk. is 445204.
What is the population of Katkheda Bk.?
Katkheda Bk. has a total population of 827, including 424 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Katkheda Bk.?
There are 189 households in Katkheda Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Katkheda Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkheda Bk. is 62.88%. Male literacy is 67.69% and female literacy is 57.82%.