Kataria - Rajpur, Buxar
Kataria is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Banni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kataria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kataria is 248542. The village covers a total geographical area of 286 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kataria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kataria
According to the 2011 Census, Kataria village had a total population of 1,916 people, including 1,002 males and 914 females, living in 411 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.50%, with male literacy at 86.98% and female literacy at 73.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 519, 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 | 1,916 | 1,002 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 165 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 287 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,284 | 728 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 274 | 358 |
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
Public transport in the Kataria 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 Buxar to Kataria is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kataria
Where is Kataria located?
Kataria village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kataria?
The Gram Panchayat of Kataria is Banni.
What is the pincode of Kataria?
The pincode of Kataria is 802122.
What is the population of Kataria?
Kataria had a total population of 1,916, including 1,002 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Kataria?
Kataria had 411 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kataria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kataria was 80.50%. Male literacy was 86.98% and female literacy was 73.35%.