Katkheda Kh. - Pusad, Yavatmal
Katkheda Kh. 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 Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkheda Kh. is 542797. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.49 hectares and falls under the 445204 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katkheda Kh. 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 Kh.
As per Census 2011, Katkheda Kh. village has a total population of 1,907 people, consisting of 1,005 males and 902 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,205 literate and 702 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katkheda Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,907 | 1,005 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 163 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,205 | 723 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 282 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Katkheda Kh.
Katkheda Kh. 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 Katkheda Kh.
Katkheda Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pusad to Katkheda Kh. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Katkheda Kh. 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 Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkheda Kh. 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 Kh.
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 Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katkheda Kh.
Where is Katkheda Kh. located?
Katkheda Kh. village is located in Pusad Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkheda Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Katkheda Kh. is Katkheda.
What is the pincode of Katkheda Kh.?
The pincode of Katkheda Kh. is 445204.
What is the population of Katkheda Kh.?
Katkheda Kh. has a total population of 1,907, including 1,005 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Katkheda Kh.?
There are 347 households in Katkheda Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Katkheda Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkheda Kh. is 63.19%. Male literacy is 71.94% and female literacy is 53.44%.