Katrasa - Malia Hatina, Junagadh
Katrasa is a village situated in the Malia Hatina taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Malia and around 65 km from Junagadh. Katrasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katrasa is 514853. The village covers a total geographical area of 815.17 hectares and falls under the 362245 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Katrasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katrasa
According to the 2011 Census, Katrasa village had a total population of 1,914 people, including 974 males and 940 females, living in 371 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.39%, with male literacy at 84.10% and female literacy at 64.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,914 | 974 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 87 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,281 | 746 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 228 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Katrasa
Katrasa 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 Katrasa
Katrasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Katrasa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Katrasa is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Katrasa is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katrasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katrasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katrasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katrasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katrasa
Where is Katrasa located?
Katrasa village is located in Malia Hatina Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katrasa?
Katrasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katrasa?
The pincode of Katrasa is 362245.
What is the population of Katrasa?
Katrasa had a total population of 1,914, including 974 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Katrasa?
Katrasa had 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katrasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katrasa was 74.39%. Male literacy was 84.10% and female literacy was 64.07%.