Katarpara - Khambha, Amreli
Katarpara is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Katarpara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarpara is 515884. The village covers a total geographical area of 444.29 hectares and falls under the 365550 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Katarpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katarpara
As per Census 2011, Katarpara village has a total population of 752 people, consisting of 382 males and 370 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 449 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katarpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 752 | 382 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 53 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 255 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 127 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Katarpara
Katarpara 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 Katarpara
Katarpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajula to Katarpara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Katarpara is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katarpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katarpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katarpara
Where is Katarpara located?
Katarpara village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katarpara?
Katarpara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katarpara?
The pincode of Katarpara is 365550.
What is the population of Katarpara?
Katarpara has a total population of 752, including 382 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Katarpara?
There are 148 households in Katarpara.
What is the literacy rate in Katarpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarpara is 59.71%. Male literacy is 66.75% and female literacy is 52.43%.