Katalpur - Nawanagar, Buxar
Katalpur is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Parmanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katalpur is 248922. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Katalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katalpur
As per Census 2011, Katalpur village has a total population of 1,024 people, consisting of 537 males and 487 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 550 literate and 474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,024 | 537 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 107 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 54 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 326 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 211 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Katalpur
Katalpur 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 Katalpur
Katalpur 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 >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 Domraon to Katalpur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Katalpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katalpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katalpur
Where is Katalpur located?
Katalpur village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Katalpur is Parmanpur.
What is the pincode of Katalpur?
The pincode of Katalpur is 802129.
What is the population of Katalpur?
Katalpur has a total population of 1,024, including 537 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Katalpur?
There are 168 households in Katalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Katalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katalpur is 53.71%. Male literacy is 60.71% and female literacy is 46.00%.