Katang - Tamenglong West, Tamenglong
Katang is a village situated in the Tamenglong West subdivision of Tamenglong district, Manipur. It is located approximately 15.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tousem and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Tamenglong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katang is 269100. The village falls under the 795115 pincode.
Katang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Katang
According to the 2011 Census, Katang village had a total population of 875 people, including 445 males and 430 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.68%, with male literacy at 89.35% and female literacy at 75.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 874.
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 | 875 | 445 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 874 | 444 | 430 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 369 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 76 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Katang
Katang 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 Katang
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Tamenglong to Katang 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 Katang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katang 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katang
Where is Katang located?
Katang village is located in Tamenglong West Subdivision, Tamenglong district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Katang?
The pincode of Katang is 795115.
What is the population of Katang?
Katang had a total population of 875, including 445 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Katang?
Katang had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katang was 82.68%. Male literacy was 89.35% and female literacy was 75.81%.