Katsa - Amnour, Saran
Katsa is a village situated in the Amnour subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amnour and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Katsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katsa is 233883. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 841311 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Katsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katsa
As per Census 2011, Katsa village has a total population of 5,161 people, consisting of 2,706 males and 2,455 females. The village has 709 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 958 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,578 literate and 2,583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,161 | 2,706 | 2,455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 958 | 494 | 464 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 130 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 2,578 | 1,695 | 883 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,583 | 1,011 | 1,572 |
Nearby Villages of Katsa
Katsa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harpur | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Chak Man | East | 1.02 km |
| Madarpur | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Parsa | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Gochhi Chhapra | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Basantpur | East | 1.86 km |
| Manpur | North | 1.90 km |
| Jafarpur | South | 2.12 km |
| Sandalpur | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Jhaua Patti | East | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katsa
Katsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tejpurwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Katsa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Katsa 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 Katsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katsa 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 Katsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Katsa
Where is Katsa located?
Katsa village is located in Amnour Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katsa?
Katsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katsa?
The pincode of Katsa is 841311.
What is the population of Katsa?
Katsa has a total population of 5,161, including 2,706 males and 2,455 females.
How many households are there in Katsa?
There are 709 households in Katsa.
What is the literacy rate in Katsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katsa is 49.95%. Male literacy is 62.64% and female literacy is 35.97%.