Katahri - Gaya Town C.D.Block, Gaya
Katahri is a village situated in the Gaya Town C.D.Block subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaya Town C.d.block and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Amraha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katahri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katahri is 255348. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 823001 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Katahri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gaya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katahri
As per Census 2011, Katahri village has a total population of 1,532 people, consisting of 813 males and 719 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 579 literate and 953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katahri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,532 | 813 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 181 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 121 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 332 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 481 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Katahri
Katahri 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 Katahri
Katahri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Katahri.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Katahri is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katahri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katahri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katahri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katahri 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katahri
Where is Katahri located?
Katahri village is located in Gaya Town C.D.Block Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katahri?
The Gram Panchayat of Katahri is Amraha.
What is the pincode of Katahri?
The pincode of Katahri is 823001.
What is the population of Katahri?
Katahri has a total population of 1,532, including 813 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Katahri?
There are 262 households in Katahri.
What is the literacy rate in Katahri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katahri is 37.79%. Male literacy is 40.84% and female literacy is 34.35%.