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 Gaon 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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Katal Para village had a total population of 209 people, including 102 males and 107 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.02%, with male literacy at 83.16% and female literacy at 61.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 209.
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 | 209 | 102 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Gaon Panchayat of Katal Para?
The Gaon 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 had a total population of 209, including 102 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Katal Para?
Katal Para had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katal Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katal Para was 72.02%. Male literacy was 83.16% and female literacy was 61.22%.