Katra - Marwahi, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Katra is a village situated in the Marwahi tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Marwahi and around 182 km from Bilaspur. Katra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katra is 437547. The village covers a total geographical area of 4246.38 hectares and falls under the 495118 pincode. Pendra is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Katra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katra
As per Census 2011, Katra village has a total population of 2,979 people, consisting of 1,476 males and 1,503 females. The village has 694 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 507 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,241 literate and 1,738 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,678 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,979 | 1,476 | 1,503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 244 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,678 | 1,335 | 1,343 |
| Literate Population | 1,241 | 734 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,738 | 742 | 996 |
Nearby Villages of Katra
Katra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gullidand | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Beljhiriya | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Karhaniya | North-West | 4.52 km |
| Magurda | South | 5.66 km |
| Baherabandh | South-East | 6.09 km |
| Madakot | South-West | 6.17 km |
| Litiyasarai | South-West | 6.76 km |
| Marwahi | West | 6.85 km |
| Usarh | North | 7.20 km |
| Chanadongri | North-West | 7.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katra
Katra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manendragarh, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pendra to Katra is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Katra is about 182 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katra
Where is Katra located?
Katra village is located in Marwahi Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katra?
Katra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katra?
The pincode of Katra is 495118.
What is the population of Katra?
Katra has a total population of 2,979, including 1,476 males and 1,503 females.
How many households are there in Katra?
There are 694 households in Katra.
What is the literacy rate in Katra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katra is 41.66%. Male literacy is 49.73% and female literacy is 33.73%.