Katea - Behea, Bhojpur
Katea is a village situated in the Behea subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behea and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Kateya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katea is 247161. The village covers a total geographical area of 582 hectares and falls under the 802152 pincode. Behea is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Katea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Katea
According to the 2011 Census, Katea village had a total population of 6,329 people, including 3,325 males and 3,004 females, living in 884 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.14%, with male literacy at 85.42% and female literacy at 63.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,032, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 212.
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 | 6,329 | 3,325 | 3,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,044 | 533 | 511 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,032 | 555 | 477 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 97 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 3,971 | 2,385 | 1,586 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,358 | 940 | 1,418 |
Nearby Villages of Katea
Katea 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 Katea
Katea is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Katea has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Behea to Katea is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Katea 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Katea
Where is Katea located?
Katea village is located in Behea Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katea?
The Gram Panchayat of Katea is Kateya.
What is the pincode of Katea?
The pincode of Katea is 802152.
What is the population of Katea?
Katea had a total population of 6,329, including 3,325 males and 3,004 females.
How many households are there in Katea?
Katea had 884 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katea was 75.14%. Male literacy was 85.42% and female literacy was 63.62%.