Kataria - Piro, Bhojpur
Kataria is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Katariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kataria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kataria is 247363. The village covers a total geographical area of 496 hectares and falls under the 802202 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kataria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kataria
As per Census 2011, Kataria village has a total population of 3,841 people, consisting of 2,013 males and 1,828 females. The village has 637 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 679 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,071 literate and 1,770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 808 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kataria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,841 | 2,013 | 1,828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 679 | 358 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 808 | 441 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,071 | 1,271 | 800 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,770 | 742 | 1,028 |
Nearby Villages of Kataria
Kataria 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 Kataria
Kataria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kataria.
| 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 Piro to Kataria is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Kataria is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kataria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kataria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kataria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kataria 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 Kataria
Where is Kataria located?
Kataria village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kataria?
The Gram Panchayat of Kataria is Katariya.
What is the pincode of Kataria?
The pincode of Kataria is 802202.
What is the population of Kataria?
Kataria has a total population of 3,841, including 2,013 males and 1,828 females.
How many households are there in Kataria?
There are 637 households in Kataria.
What is the literacy rate in Kataria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kataria is 53.92%. Male literacy is 63.14% and female literacy is 43.76%.