Katari - Neem Chak Bathani, Gaya
Katari is a village situated in the Neem Chak Bathani subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Neem Chak Bathani and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Khukhri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katari is 255089. The village covers a total geographical area of 338 hectares and falls under the 824231 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Katari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Atri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katari
As per Census 2011, Katari village has a total population of 2,493 people, consisting of 1,285 males and 1,208 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 1,391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,016 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,493 | 1,285 | 1,208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 247 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,016 | 518 | 498 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 670 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,391 | 615 | 776 |
Nearby Villages of Katari
Katari 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 Katari
Katari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gaya to Katari is about 24 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 Katari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katari
Where is Katari located?
Katari village is located in Neem Chak Bathani Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katari?
The Gram Panchayat of Katari is Khukhri.
What is the pincode of Katari?
The pincode of Katari is 824231.
What is the population of Katari?
Katari has a total population of 2,493, including 1,285 males and 1,208 females.
How many households are there in Katari?
There are 382 households in Katari.
What is the literacy rate in Katari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katari is 44.20%. Male literacy is 52.14% and female literacy is 35.76%.