Kataia - Jale, Darbhanga
Kataia is a village situated in the Jale subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jale and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Barampur (e) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kataia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kataia is 226763. The village covers a total geographical area of 341 hectares and falls under the 847307 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kataia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kataia
As per Census 2011, Kataia village has a total population of 2,925 people, consisting of 1,542 males and 1,383 females. The village has 595 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 626 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 933 literate and 1,992 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kataia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,925 | 1,542 | 1,383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 626 | 330 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 172 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 933 | 598 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,992 | 944 | 1,048 |
Nearby Villages of Kataia
Kataia 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 Kataia
Public transport in the Kataia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Darbhanga to Kataia is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kataia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kataia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kataia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kataia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kataia
Where is Kataia located?
Kataia village is located in Jale Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kataia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kataia is Barampur (e).
What is the pincode of Kataia?
The pincode of Kataia is 847307.
What is the population of Kataia?
Kataia has a total population of 2,925, including 1,542 males and 1,383 females.
How many households are there in Kataia?
There are 595 households in Kataia.
What is the literacy rate in Kataia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kataia is 31.90%. Male literacy is 38.78% and female literacy is 24.22%.