Katra Village - Baloda, Janjgir-Champa
Katra is a village situated in the Baloda tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Baloda and around 28 km from Janjgir. Panora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katra is 436732. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.33 hectares and falls under the 495559 pincode. Baloda is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Akaltara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katra
As per Census 2011, Katra village has a total population of 637 people, consisting of 349 males and 288 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 486 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 241 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katra are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 349 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 54 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 133 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 292 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 57 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Katra
Katra 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 Katra
Katra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Baloda to Katra is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Katra is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katra
Where is Katra located?
Katra village is located in Baloda Tehsil, Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katra?
The Gram Panchayat of Katra is Panora.
What is the pincode of Katra?
The pincode of Katra is 495559.
What is the population of Katra?
Katra has a total population of 637, including 349 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Katra?
There are 144 households in Katra.
What is the literacy rate in Katra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katra is 76.30%. Male literacy is 83.67% and female literacy is 67.36%.