Katherla - Tandur, Mancherial
Katherla is a village situated in the Tandur mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 7 km from Tandur and around 170 km from Adilabad. Dwarakapur serves as the Grama Panchayat for Katherla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katherla is 569968. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 504272 pincode. Bellampalle is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Katherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katherla
According to the 2011 Census, Katherla village had a total population of 116 people, including 63 males and 53 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.08%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 31.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 35 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 28 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Katherla
Katherla 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 Katherla
Public transport in the Katherla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Katherla.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bellampalle to Katherla is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Katherla is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katherla 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katherla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katherla
Where is Katherla located?
Katherla village is located in Tandur Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Katherla?
The Grama Panchayat of Katherla is Dwarakapur.
What is the pincode of Katherla?
The pincode of Katherla is 504272.
What is the population of Katherla?
Katherla had a total population of 116, including 63 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Katherla?
Katherla had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katherla was 48.08%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 31.25%.