Katesar - Bihta, Patna
Katesar is a village situated in the Bihta subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihta and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Kateshar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katesar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katesar is 245410. The village covers a total geographical area of 332 hectares and falls under the 801103 pincode. Bihata is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katesar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pataliputra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katesar
As per Census 2011, Katesar village has a total population of 7,088 people, consisting of 3,658 males and 3,430 females. The village has 1,064 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,450 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,445 literate and 3,643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,801 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katesar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,088 | 3,658 | 3,430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,450 | 704 | 746 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,801 | 928 | 873 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,445 | 2,098 | 1,347 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,643 | 1,560 | 2,083 |
Nearby Villages of Katesar
Katesar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aminabad | North | 1.49 km |
| Modahi | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Bedauli | South | 2.30 km |
| Dekuli | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Dumri | South | 3.14 km |
| Anandpur | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Pali | South | 4.57 km |
| Dilawarpur | South | 4.65 km |
| Kutlupur | East | 4.69 km |
| Munsepur | North-East | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katesar
Katesar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Block Cabin Chakki, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.9 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bihata to Katesar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Katesar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katesar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katesar 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 Katesar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katesar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katesar
Where is Katesar located?
Katesar village is located in Bihta Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katesar?
The Gram Panchayat of Katesar is Kateshar.
What is the pincode of Katesar?
The pincode of Katesar is 801103.
What is the population of Katesar?
Katesar has a total population of 7,088, including 3,658 males and 3,430 females.
How many households are there in Katesar?
There are 1,064 households in Katesar.
What is the literacy rate in Katesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katesar is 48.60%. Male literacy is 57.35% and female literacy is 39.27%.