Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) - Giriak, Nalanda
Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) is a village situated in the Giriak subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Giriak and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Sataua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) is 245162. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 803115 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katauna (Part In Katrisarai)
As per Census 2011, Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 286 males and 293 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 416 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 286 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 194 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Katauna (Part In Katrisarai)
Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahiye | South | 1.74 km |
| Patoria | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Palatpur | East | 2.26 km |
| Saidi | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Satauwa | West | 2.66 km |
| Khirbhojana | East | 2.80 km |
| Pearepur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Paingari | South | 2.99 km |
| Markata | West | 2.99 km |
| Naromurar | South-East | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katauna (Part In Katrisarai)
Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Waris Aleganj, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.4 km.
| 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 Nawada to Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katauna (Part In Katrisarai)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katauna (Part In Katrisarai)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katauna (Part In Katrisarai)
Where is Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) located?
Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) village is located in Giriak Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katauna (Part In Katrisarai)?
The Gram Panchayat of Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) is Sataua.
What is the pincode of Katauna (Part In Katrisarai)?
The pincode of Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) is 803115.
What is the population of Katauna (Part In Katrisarai)?
Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) has a total population of 579, including 286 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Katauna (Part In Katrisarai)?
There are 86 households in Katauna (Part In Katrisarai).
What is the literacy rate in Katauna (Part In Katrisarai)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katauna (Part In Katrisarai) is 28.15%. Male literacy is 32.17% and female literacy is 24.23%.