Katar - Piro, Bhojpur
Katar is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Katar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katar is 247394. The village covers a total geographical area of 594 hectares and falls under the 802204 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Katar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katar
According to the 2011 Census, Katar village had a total population of 13,484 people, including 7,111 males and 6,373 females, living in 1,970 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.63%, with male literacy at 81.10% and female literacy at 60.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,560, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 13,484 | 7,111 | 6,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,413 | 1,253 | 1,160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,560 | 802 | 758 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 7,930 | 4,751 | 3,179 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,554 | 2,360 | 3,194 |
Nearby Villages of Katar
Katar 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 Katar
Katar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Katar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Piro to Katar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Katar is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katar
Where is Katar located?
Katar village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katar?
Katar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katar?
The pincode of Katar is 802204.
What is the population of Katar?
Katar had a total population of 13,484, including 7,111 males and 6,373 females.
How many households are there in Katar?
Katar had 1,970 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katar was 71.63%. Male literacy was 81.10% and female literacy was 60.98%.