Katpor - Hansot, Bharuch
Katpor is a village situated in the Hansot taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hansot and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Katpor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katpor is 522402. The village covers a total geographical area of 5393.47 hectares and falls under the 394810 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Katpor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katpor
As per Census 2011, Katpor village has a total population of 2,206 people, consisting of 1,153 males and 1,053 females. The village has 513 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,447 literate and 759 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 926 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katpor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,206 | 1,153 | 1,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 116 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 926 | 491 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 1,447 | 807 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 346 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Katpor
Katpor 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 Katpor
Katpor 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Katpor is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Katpor is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katpor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katpor 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 Katpor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katpor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katpor
Where is Katpor located?
Katpor village is located in Hansot Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katpor?
Katpor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katpor?
The pincode of Katpor is 394810.
What is the population of Katpor?
Katpor has a total population of 2,206, including 1,153 males and 1,053 females.
How many households are there in Katpor?
There are 513 households in Katpor.
What is the literacy rate in Katpor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katpor is 65.59%. Male literacy is 69.99% and female literacy is 60.78%.