Kataha - Madhubani, Pashchim Champaran
Kataha is a village situated in the Madhubani subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhubani and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Tamkuha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kataha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kataha is 216986. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 845104 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kataha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kataha
As per Census 2011, Kataha village has a total population of 1,820 people, consisting of 934 males and 886 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 782 literate and 1,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kataha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,820 | 934 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 181 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 782 | 489 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,038 | 445 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Kataha
Kataha 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 Kataha
Kataha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Kataha is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Kataha is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kataha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kataha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kataha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kataha 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kataha
Where is Kataha located?
Kataha village is located in Madhubani Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kataha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kataha is Tamkuha.
What is the pincode of Kataha?
The pincode of Kataha is 845104.
What is the population of Kataha?
Kataha has a total population of 1,820, including 934 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Kataha?
There are 288 households in Kataha.
What is the literacy rate in Kataha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kataha is 42.97%. Male literacy is 52.36% and female literacy is 33.07%.