Katghara - Gogri, Khagaria
Katghara is a village situated in the Gogri subdivision of Khagaria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gogri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khagaria. Itahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katghara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katghara is 238749. The village covers a total geographical area of 533 hectares and falls under the 851203 pincode. Gogari Jamalpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Katghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parbatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khagaria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katghara
As per Census 2011, Katghara village has a total population of 4,354 people, consisting of 2,345 males and 2,009 females. The village has 789 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 907 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,434 literate and 2,920 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katghara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,354 | 2,345 | 2,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 907 | 468 | 439 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 106 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,434 | 886 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,920 | 1,459 | 1,461 |
Nearby Villages of Katghara
Katghara 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 Katghara
Public transport in the Katghara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Katghara.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gogari Jamalpur to Katghara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khagaria to Katghara is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katghara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katghara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katghara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katghara
Where is Katghara located?
Katghara village is located in Gogri Subdivision, Khagaria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Katghara is Itahari.
What is the pincode of Katghara?
The pincode of Katghara is 851203.
What is the population of Katghara?
Katghara has a total population of 4,354, including 2,345 males and 2,009 females.
How many households are there in Katghara?
There are 789 households in Katghara.
What is the literacy rate in Katghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katghara is 32.94%. Male literacy is 37.78% and female literacy is 27.28%.