Katar - Rajula, Amreli
Katar is a village situated in the Rajula taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajula and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Katar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katar is 515968. The village covers a total geographical area of 1842.65 hectares and falls under the 365560 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Katar 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 Katar
According to the 2011 Census, Katar village had a total population of 3,703 people, including 1,910 males and 1,793 females, living in 668 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.48%, with male literacy at 76.45% and female literacy at 54.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310.
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 | 3,703 | 1,910 | 1,793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 537 | 292 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 156 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,073 | 1,237 | 836 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,630 | 673 | 957 |
Nearby Villages of Katar
Katar 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 Katar
Katar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Katar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajula to Katar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Katar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katar
Where is Katar located?
Katar village is located in Rajula Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katar?
Katar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katar?
The pincode of Katar is 365560.
What is the population of Katar?
Katar had a total population of 3,703, including 1,910 males and 1,793 females.
How many households are there in Katar?
Katar had 668 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katar was 65.48%. Male literacy was 76.45% and female literacy was 54.01%.