Katakpara - Manavadar, Junagadh
Katakpara is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Katakpara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katakpara is 514396. The village covers a total geographical area of 538.34 hectares and falls under the 362630 pincode. Manavadar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katakpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katakpara
According to the 2011 Census, Katakpara village had a total population of 1,613 people, including 822 males and 791 females, living in 325 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.86%, with male literacy at 80.89% and female literacy at 58.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 1,613 | 822 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 105 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 129 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 976 | 580 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 242 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Katakpara
Katakpara 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 Katakpara
Katakpara 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manavadar to Katakpara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Katakpara is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katakpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katakpara 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 Katakpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katakpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katakpara
Where is Katakpara located?
Katakpara village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katakpara?
Katakpara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katakpara?
The pincode of Katakpara is 362630.
What is the population of Katakpara?
Katakpara had a total population of 1,613, including 822 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Katakpara?
Katakpara had 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katakpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katakpara was 69.86%. Male literacy was 80.89% and female literacy was 58.24%.