Katayagudem - Dummugudem, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Katayagudem is a village situated in the Dummugudem mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 2 km from Dummugudem and around 145 km from Khammam. Mahadevapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katayagudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katayagudem is 578963. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 507137 pincode. Manuguru is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Katayagudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadrachelam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katayagudem
As per Census 2011, Katayagudem village has a total population of 518 people, consisting of 249 males and 269 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 268 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 513 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katayagudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 518 | 249 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 246 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 146 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 103 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Katayagudem
Katayagudem 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 Katayagudem
Katayagudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Manuguru to Katayagudem is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Katayagudem is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katayagudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katayagudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katayagudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katayagudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katayagudem
Where is Katayagudem located?
Katayagudem village is located in Dummugudem Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katayagudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Katayagudem is Mahadevapuram.
What is the pincode of Katayagudem?
The pincode of Katayagudem is 507137.
What is the population of Katayagudem?
Katayagudem has a total population of 518, including 249 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Katayagudem?
There are 140 households in Katayagudem.
What is the literacy rate in Katayagudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katayagudem is 51.74%. Male literacy is 58.63% and female literacy is 45.35%.