Katal Para - Palasbari, Kamrup
Katal Para is a village situated in the Palasbari subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palasbari and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Dakhin Bholagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katal Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katal Para is 303288. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.65 hectares and falls under the 781028 pincode. Palasbari is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Katal Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palasbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katal Para
As per Census 2011, Katal Para village has a total population of 209 people, consisting of 102 males and 107 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 139 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katal Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 209 | 102 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 102 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 79 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 23 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Katal Para
Katal Para 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 Para
Katal Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Palasbari to Katal Para is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Katal Para is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katal Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katal Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katal Para
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 Para 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 Para
Where is Katal Para located?
Katal Para village is located in Palasbari Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katal Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Katal Para is Dakhin Bholagaon.
What is the pincode of Katal Para?
The pincode of Katal Para is 781028.
What is the population of Katal Para?
Katal Para has a total population of 209, including 102 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Katal Para?
There are 44 households in Katal Para.
What is the literacy rate in Katal Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katal Para is 66.51%. Male literacy is 77.45% and female literacy is 56.07%.