Katkoor - Dammapeta, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Katkoor is a village situated in the Dammapeta mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 15 km from Dammapeta and around 130 km from Khammam. Ankampalem serves as the Grama Panchayat for Katkoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkoor is 579538. The village covers a total geographical area of 5252 hectares and falls under the 507306 pincode. Sathupalle is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Katkoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aswaraopeta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katkoor
According to the 2011 Census, Katkoor village had a total population of 372 people, including 188 males and 184 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.33%, with male literacy at 33.97% and female literacy at 20.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 355.
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 | 372 | 188 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 179 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 135 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Katkoor
Katkoor 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 Katkoor
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katkoor.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sathupalle to Katkoor is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Katkoor is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katkoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkoor 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 Katkoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkoor 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katkoor
Where is Katkoor located?
Katkoor village is located in Dammapeta Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Katkoor?
The Grama Panchayat of Katkoor is Ankampalem.
What is the pincode of Katkoor?
The pincode of Katkoor is 507306.
What is the population of Katkoor?
Katkoor had a total population of 372, including 188 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Katkoor?
Katkoor had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkoor was 27.33%. Male literacy was 33.97% and female literacy was 20.65%.