Katkinar - Kesath, Buxar
Katkinar is a village situated in the Kesath subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kesath and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Katiknar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katkinar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkinar is 248104. The village covers a total geographical area of 295 hectares and falls under the 802125 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Katkinar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katkinar
According to the 2011 Census, Katkinar village had a total population of 3,698 people, including 1,922 males and 1,776 females, living in 603 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.57%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 63.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 684, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,698 | 1,922 | 1,776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 321 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 684 | 355 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,323 | 1,368 | 955 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,375 | 554 | 821 |
Nearby Villages of Katkinar
Katkinar 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 Katkinar
Katkinar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Katkinar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Katkinar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katkinar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkinar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katkinar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkinar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katkinar
Where is Katkinar located?
Katkinar village is located in Kesath Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkinar?
The Gram Panchayat of Katkinar is Katiknar.
What is the pincode of Katkinar?
The pincode of Katkinar is 802125.
What is the population of Katkinar?
Katkinar had a total population of 3,698, including 1,922 males and 1,776 females.
How many households are there in Katkinar?
Katkinar had 603 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkinar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkinar was 74.57%. Male literacy was 85.45% and female literacy was 63.08%.