Katgala

Katgala is a village located in Bariarpur subdivision of Munger district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bariarpur (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Munger. As per 2009 stats, Karhariya East is the gram panchayat of Katgala village.

Katgala has its own place in the vibrant Munger region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katgala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katgala is 242611. The village spans a total geographical area of 9 hectares. Munger is nearest town to Katgala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Katgala

Below is a concise population overview of Katgala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,817 971 846
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 316 144 172
Scheduled Castes (SC) 838 464 374
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 N/A 3
Literate Population 1,119 687 432
Illiterate Population 698 284 414

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katgala village:

  • The total population of Katgala village is around 1,817, including approximately 971 males and 846 females, with a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 316 children aged 0–6 years in Katgala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katgala village has 838 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katgala village is about 61.59%, with male literacy at 70.75% and female literacy at 51.06%.
  • There are around 323 households in Katgala village.

Connectivity of Katgala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katgala. As per the 2011 stats, Katgala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Katgala

Knowing the nearby villages of Katgala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katgala.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Katgala

Where is Katgala located?
Katgala village is situated in Bariarpur Subdivision, within the Munger district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katgala?
The Gram Panchayat of Katgala is Karhariya East (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Katgala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katgala is 1,817, with 971 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Katgala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katgala village has a total of 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katgala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katgala is 61.59%. The male literacy rate is 70.75%, while the female literacy rate is 51.06%.