Katigan

Katigan is a village located in Contai Iii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Marishda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Katigan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kusumpur is the gram panchayat of Katigan village.

Katigan has its own place in the vibrant Purba Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katigan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katigan is 346542. The village spans a total geographical area of 15.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721401. Contai is nearest town to Katigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Katigan

Below is a concise population overview of Katigan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 144 78 66
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 13 7 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 104 60 44
Illiterate Population 40 18 22

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katigan village:

  • The total population of Katigan village is around 144, including approximately 78 males and 66 females, with a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Katigan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Katigan village is about 72.22%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 66.67%.
  • There are around 35 households in Katigan village.

Connectivity of Katigan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katigan. As per the 2011 stats, Katigan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Katigan

Knowing the nearby villages of Katigan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katigan.

Haibatpur Purba Fatepur Jalalpur Rasulpur Bahitkunda Durmut Bilashpur Kashmili Benamuri Nauri Chak Sherpur Tarasia Bar

Frequently Asked Questions about Katigan

Where is Katigan located?
Katigan village is situated in Contai Iii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Katigan is Kusumpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katigan?
The pincode of Katigan is 721401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katigan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katigan is 144, with 78 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Katigan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katigan village has a total of 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katigan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katigan is 72.22%. The male literacy rate is 76.92%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.