Katia

Katia is a village located in Rajaun subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Rajaun (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Orhara is the gram panchayat of Katia village.

Katia has its own place in the vibrant Banka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katia is 240917. The village spans a total geographical area of 157 hectares. Banka is nearest town to Katia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Katia

Below is a concise population overview of Katia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,577 837 740
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 210 115 95
Scheduled Castes (SC) 237 131 106
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 969 566 403
Illiterate Population 608 271 337

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katia village:

  • The total population of Katia village is around 1,577, including approximately 837 males and 740 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 210 children aged 0–6 years in Katia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katia village has 237 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Katia village is about 61.45%, with male literacy at 67.62% and female literacy at 54.46%.
  • There are around 309 households in Katia village.

Connectivity of Katia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katia. As per the 2011 stats, Katia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Katia

Knowing the nearby villages of Katia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katia.

Chandpur Milik Sohani Punsia Kawari Jagdishpur Mohna Kaleanpur Malti Mahada Dhauni Bamdeo

Frequently Asked Questions about Katia

Where is Katia located?
Katia village is situated in Rajaun Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katia?
The Gram Panchayat of Katia is Orhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Katia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katia is 1,577, with 837 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Katia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katia village has a total of 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katia is 61.45%. The male literacy rate is 67.62%, while the female literacy rate is 54.46%.