Katharai - Rajpur, Buxar
Katharai is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Samahuta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katharai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katharai is 248572. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Katharai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katharai
According to the 2011 Census, Katharai village had a total population of 594 people, including 307 males and 287 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.62%, with male literacy at 93.28% and female literacy at 63.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 594 | 307 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 236 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 71 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Katharai
Katharai 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 Katharai
Public transport in the Katharai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Katharai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Katharai is about 28 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 Katharai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katharai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Katharai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katharai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Katharai
Where is Katharai located?
Katharai village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katharai?
The Gram Panchayat of Katharai is Samahuta.
What is the pincode of Katharai?
The pincode of Katharai is 802122.
What is the population of Katharai?
Katharai had a total population of 594, including 307 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Katharai?
Katharai had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katharai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katharai was 78.62%. Male literacy was 93.28% and female literacy was 63.03%.