Katea - Barun, Aurangabad
Katea is a village situated in the Barun subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barun and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Dhangai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katea is 253563. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 824112 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Katea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nabinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katea
According to the 2011 Census, Katea village had a total population of 1,544 people, including 832 males and 712 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.63%, with male literacy at 94.24% and female literacy at 80.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 1,544 | 832 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 155 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,119 | 638 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 194 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Katea
Katea is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Medan | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Rampur | North | 1.32 km |
| Teldiha | East | 1.34 km |
| Makhra | West | 1.49 km |
| Dharampura | West | 1.65 km |
| Phesra | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Kurwan | South | 2.09 km |
| Balkarna | East | 2.24 km |
| Askhap | North | 2.29 km |
| Usurmha | South-East | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katea
Public transport in the Katea is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anugraha Narayan Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 130.3 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aurangabad to Katea is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katea village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katea village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katea
Where is Katea located?
Katea village is located in Barun Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katea?
The Gram Panchayat of Katea is Dhangai.
What is the pincode of Katea?
The pincode of Katea is 824112.
What is the population of Katea?
Katea had a total population of 1,544, including 832 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Katea?
Katea had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katea was 87.63%. Male literacy was 94.24% and female literacy was 80.17%.