Katariya Juna - Bhachau, Kachchh
Katariya Juna is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Katariya Juna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katariya Juna is 506682. The village covers a total geographical area of 4198.87 hectares and falls under the 370140 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Katariya Juna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katariya Juna
As per Census 2011, Katariya Juna village has a total population of 2,619 people, consisting of 1,283 males and 1,336 females. The village has 558 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,366 literate and 1,253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 384 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katariya Juna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,619 | 1,283 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 184 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 191 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 1,366 | 799 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,253 | 484 | 769 |
Nearby Villages of Katariya Juna
Katariya Juna 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 Katariya Juna
Katariya Juna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Katariya Juna has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhachau to Katariya Juna is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Katariya Juna is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katariya Juna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katariya Juna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katariya Juna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katariya Juna 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 Katariya Juna
Where is Katariya Juna located?
Katariya Juna village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katariya Juna?
Katariya Juna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katariya Juna?
The pincode of Katariya Juna is 370140.
What is the population of Katariya Juna?
Katariya Juna has a total population of 2,619, including 1,283 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Katariya Juna?
There are 558 households in Katariya Juna.
What is the literacy rate in Katariya Juna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katariya Juna is 52.16%. Male literacy is 62.28% and female literacy is 42.44%.