Katkur - Akkannapet, Siddipet
Katkur is a village situated in the Akkannapet mandal of Siddipet district, Telangana. It is located approximately 22 km from Bheemadevarpalle and around 55 km from Karimnagar. Chapaganithanda serves as the Grama Panchayat for Katkur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkur is 572683. The village covers a total geographical area of 2013 hectares and falls under the 505466 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Katkur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katkur
According to the 2011 Census, Katkur village had a total population of 4,189 people, including 2,082 males and 2,107 females, living in 1,065 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.11%, with male literacy at 63.54% and female literacy at 44.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 693, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,260.
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 | 4,189 | 2,082 | 2,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 203 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 346 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,260 | 642 | 618 |
| Literate Population | 2,046 | 1,194 | 852 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,143 | 888 | 1,255 |
Transport and Connectivity of Katkur
Katkur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Warangal to Katkur is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Katkur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katkur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katkur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katkur
Where is Katkur located?
Katkur village is located in Akkannapet Mandal, Siddipet district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Katkur?
The Grama Panchayat of Katkur is Chapaganithanda.
What is the pincode of Katkur?
The pincode of Katkur is 505466.
What is the population of Katkur?
Katkur had a total population of 4,189, including 2,082 males and 2,107 females.
How many households are there in Katkur?
Katkur had 1,065 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkur was 54.11%. Male literacy was 63.54% and female literacy was 44.79%.