Katarihara - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Katarihara is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Katarihara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarihara is 281828. The village covers a total geographical area of 402.61 hectares and falls under the 783132 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katarihara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katarihara
According to the 2011 Census, Katarihara village had a total population of 5,290 people, including 2,751 males and 2,539 females, living in 943 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.13%, with male literacy at 56.54% and female literacy at 45.41%.
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 | 5,290 | 2,751 | 2,539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,167 | 634 | 533 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,108 | 1,197 | 911 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,182 | 1,554 | 1,628 |
Nearby Villages of Katarihara
Katarihara 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 Katarihara
Public transport in the Katarihara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Katarihara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Katarihara is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katarihara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarihara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katarihara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarihara 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katarihara
Where is Katarihara located?
Katarihara village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katarihara?
Katarihara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katarihara?
The pincode of Katarihara is 783132.
What is the population of Katarihara?
Katarihara had a total population of 5,290, including 2,751 males and 2,539 females.
How many households are there in Katarihara?
Katarihara had 943 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katarihara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarihara was 51.13%. Male literacy was 56.54% and female literacy was 45.41%.