Kataiya - Purnahiya, Sheohar
Kataiya is a village situated in the Purnahiya subdivision of Sheohar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnahiya and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Sheohar. Dostiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kataiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kataiya is 218791. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.6 hectares and falls under the 843334 pincode. Sheohar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kataiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kataiya
As per Census 2011, Kataiya village has a total population of 2,132 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 1,012 females. The village has 582 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 395 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,054 literate and 1,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 719 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kataiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,132 | 1,120 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 190 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 719 | 372 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,054 | 623 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,078 | 497 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Kataiya
Kataiya 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 Kataiya
Kataiya 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 | 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 Sheohar to Kataiya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kataiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kataiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kataiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kataiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kataiya
Where is Kataiya located?
Kataiya village is located in Purnahiya Subdivision, Sheohar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kataiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kataiya is Dostiya.
What is the pincode of Kataiya?
The pincode of Kataiya is 843334.
What is the population of Kataiya?
Kataiya has a total population of 2,132, including 1,120 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Kataiya?
There are 582 households in Kataiya.
What is the literacy rate in Kataiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kataiya is 49.44%. Male literacy is 55.63% and female literacy is 42.59%.