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
According to the 2011 Census, Katpor village had a total population of 2,206 people, including 1,153 males and 1,053 females, living in 513 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.53%, with male literacy at 77.82% and female literacy at 66.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 926.
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 | 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 had a total population of 2,206, including 1,153 males and 1,053 females.
How many households are there in Katpor?
Katpor had 513 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katpor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katpor was 72.53%. Male literacy was 77.82% and female literacy was 66.81%.