Katbansi - Supaul
Katbansi is a village situated in the Supaul subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from Supaul, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Baruari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katbansi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katbansi is 221357. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 852110 pincode. Supual is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Katbansi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Supaul Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Katbansi
According to the 2011 Census, Katbansi village had a total population of 468 people, including 239 males and 229 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.48%, with male literacy at 86.08% and female literacy at 50.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 239 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 45 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 108 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 167 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 72 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Katbansi
Katbansi 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 Katbansi
Katbansi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Katbansi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Supual to Katbansi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Katbansi is about 20 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 Katbansi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katbansi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katbansi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katbansi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katbansi
Where is Katbansi located?
Katbansi village is located in Supaul Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katbansi?
The Gram Panchayat of Katbansi is Baruari.
What is the pincode of Katbansi?
The pincode of Katbansi is 852110.
What is the population of Katbansi?
Katbansi had a total population of 468, including 239 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Katbansi?
Katbansi had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katbansi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katbansi was 69.48%. Male literacy was 86.08% and female literacy was 50.87%.