Ketra
Ketra is a village located in Fatehpur subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Fatehpur (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Bhare is the gram panchayat of Ketra village.
Here you can discover what makes Ketra unique in its vibrant Fatehpur-Gaya region. You’ll see Ketra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ketra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ketra is 256976. The village spans a total geographical area of 342 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Ketra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
Google Map of Ketra
Population of Ketra
According to the 2011 Census, Ketra has a total population of about 2,740, with approximately 1,397 males and 1,343 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 529 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,136 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.09%, with male literacy at about 44.74% and female literacy near 27.10%. There are around 406 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ketra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,740 | 1,397 | 1,343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 529 | 267 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,136 | 580 | 556 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 989 | 625 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,751 | 772 | 979 |
Connectivity of Ketra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ketra. As per the 2011 stats, Ketra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ketra
Knowing the nearby villages of Ketra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ketra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ketra
- Where is Ketra located?
- Ketra village is situated in Fatehpur Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ketra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ketra is Bhare (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Ketra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ketra is 2,740, with 1,397 males and 1,343 females.
- How many households are there in Ketra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ketra village has a total of 406 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ketra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ketra is 36.09%. The male literacy rate is 44.74%, while the female literacy rate is 27.10%.