Katiawan - Rajaun, Banka
Katiawan is a village situated in the Rajaun subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajaun and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Khaira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katiawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katiawan is 240758. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 813107 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Katiawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katiawan
As per Census 2011, Katiawan village has a total population of 2,032 people, consisting of 1,100 males and 932 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 785 literate and 1,247 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katiawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,032 | 1,100 | 932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 236 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 510 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,247 | 590 | 657 |
Nearby Villages of Katiawan
Katiawan 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 Katiawan
Public transport in the Katiawan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Katiawan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Katiawan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Katiawan is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katiawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katiawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katiawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katiawan 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 Katiawan
Where is Katiawan located?
Katiawan village is located in Rajaun Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katiawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Katiawan is Khaira.
What is the pincode of Katiawan?
The pincode of Katiawan is 813107.
What is the population of Katiawan?
Katiawan has a total population of 2,032, including 1,100 males and 932 females.
How many households are there in Katiawan?
There are 423 households in Katiawan.
What is the literacy rate in Katiawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katiawan is 38.63%. Male literacy is 46.36% and female literacy is 29.51%.