Katalu Pathar - Dhekiajuli (Pt), Sonitpur
Katalu Pathar is a village situated in the Dhekiajuli (Pt) subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 145 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhekiajuli and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Tezpur. Keherukhanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katalu Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katalu Pathar is 285631. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.68 hectares and falls under the 784110 pincode. Dhekiajuli is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Katalu Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tezpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katalu Pathar
As per Census 2011, Katalu Pathar village has a total population of 1,412 people, consisting of 721 males and 691 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 738 literate and 674 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katalu Pathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,412 | 721 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 147 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 738 | 400 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 321 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Katalu Pathar
Katalu Pathar 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 Katalu Pathar
Katalu Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Katalu Pathar.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhekiajuli to Katalu Pathar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Katalu Pathar is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katalu Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katalu Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katalu Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katalu Pathar 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 Katalu Pathar
Where is Katalu Pathar located?
Katalu Pathar village is located in Dhekiajuli (Pt) Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katalu Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Katalu Pathar is Keherukhanda.
What is the pincode of Katalu Pathar?
The pincode of Katalu Pathar is 784110.
What is the population of Katalu Pathar?
Katalu Pathar has a total population of 1,412, including 721 males and 691 females.
How many households are there in Katalu Pathar?
There are 248 households in Katalu Pathar.
What is the literacy rate in Katalu Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katalu Pathar is 52.27%. Male literacy is 55.48% and female literacy is 48.91%.