Katolli - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Katolli is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Katolli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katolli is 214218. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.13 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode.
Katolli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katolli
As per Census 2011, Katolli village has a total population of 2,462 people, consisting of 1,236 males and 1,226 females. The village has 464 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 527 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,093 literate and 1,369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 647 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,642 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katolli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,462 | 1,236 | 1,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 527 | 266 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 647 | 336 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,642 | 803 | 839 |
| Literate Population | 1,093 | 694 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,369 | 542 | 827 |
Nearby Villages of Katolli
Katolli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kataudhi | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Jharo Kala | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Majhouli | East | 2.74 km |
| Rantola | West | 3.46 km |
| Karamdand | South | 4.48 km |
| Govindpur | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Manabasa | South | 4.80 km |
| Kadal | East | 4.84 km |
| Jharo Khurd | South-East | 5.07 km |
| Kirawani | West | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katolli
Katolli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muirpur Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Katolli is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katolli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katolli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katolli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katolli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katolli
Where is Katolli located?
Katolli village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katolli?
Katolli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katolli?
The pincode of Katolli is 231208.
What is the population of Katolli?
Katolli has a total population of 2,462, including 1,236 males and 1,226 females.
How many households are there in Katolli?
There are 464 households in Katolli.
What is the literacy rate in Katolli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katolli is 44.39%. Male literacy is 56.15% and female literacy is 32.54%.