Katal Gaon - Boko, Kamrup
Katal Gaon is a village situated in the Boko subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boko and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Uttar Boko serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Katal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katal Gaon is 303050. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.4 hectares and falls under the 781123 pincode. Palashbari is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Katal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boko Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Katal Gaon village had a total population of 232 people, including 116 males and 116 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 89.52% and female literacy at 74.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 232 | 116 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 103 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 94 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 22 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Katal Gaon
Katal Gaon 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 Katal Gaon
Katal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Katal Gaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palashbari to Katal Gaon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Katal Gaon is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katal Gaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katal Gaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katal Gaon
Where is Katal Gaon located?
Katal Gaon village is located in Boko Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Katal Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Katal Gaon is Uttar Boko.
What is the pincode of Katal Gaon?
The pincode of Katal Gaon is 781123.
What is the population of Katal Gaon?
Katal Gaon had a total population of 232, including 116 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Katal Gaon?
Katal Gaon had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katal Gaon was 81.82%. Male literacy was 89.52% and female literacy was 74.04%.