Katharia - Kalyanpur, Purbi Champaran
Katharia is a village situated in the Kalyanpur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from Kalyanpur and around 23 km from Motihari. Parsauni Wazid serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katharia is 218255. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 845413 pincode. Chakia is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Katharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purvi Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katharia
As per Census 2011, Katharia village has a total population of 2,216 people, consisting of 1,222 males and 994 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 813 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,331 literate and 885 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,216 | 1,222 | 994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 195 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 8 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,331 | 863 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 885 | 359 | 526 |
Nearby Villages of Katharia
Katharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsauni Bazid | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Tendua | North | 1.29 km |
| Semra | East | 1.51 km |
| Bishunpur Nankar | West | 2.12 km |
| Dewpur Parsa | South | 2.20 km |
| Kamar Chak | South | 2.75 km |
| Bisambharpur | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Rajapur | South | 3.19 km |
| Gobindapur | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Jasauli Patti | West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katharia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Katharia. The nearest railway station is Kuwarchintawa, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakia to Katharia is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Katharia is about 23 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 Katharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katharia 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 Katharia
Where is Katharia located?
Katharia village is located in Kalyanpur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Katharia is Parsauni Wazid.
What is the pincode of Katharia?
The pincode of Katharia is 845413.
What is the population of Katharia?
Katharia has a total population of 2,216, including 1,222 males and 994 females.
How many households are there in Katharia?
There are 468 households in Katharia.
What is the literacy rate in Katharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katharia is 60.06%. Male literacy is 70.62% and female literacy is 47.08%.