Katrang - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Katrang is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katrang is 278757. The village falls under the 793113 pincode.
Katrang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katrang
According to the 2011 Census, Katrang village had a total population of 87 people, including 46 males and 41 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.66%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 61.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 21 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Katrang
Katrang 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 Katrang
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Katrang.
| 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 Shillong to Katrang is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katrang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katrang 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katrang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katrang 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katrang
Where is Katrang located?
Katrang village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Katrang?
The pincode of Katrang is 793113.
What is the population of Katrang?
Katrang had a total population of 87, including 46 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Katrang?
Katrang had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katrang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katrang was 68.66%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 61.76%.