Katara - Harij, Patan
Katara is a village situated in the Harij taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harij and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Katara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katara is 508936. The village covers a total geographical area of 1608.13 hectares and falls under the 384240 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Katara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katara
According to the 2011 Census, Katara village had a total population of 2,800 people, including 1,473 males and 1,327 females, living in 548 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.70%, with male literacy at 81.19% and female literacy at 52.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 340.
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 | 2,800 | 1,473 | 1,327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 176 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 167 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,658 | 1,053 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,142 | 420 | 722 |
Nearby Villages of Katara
Katara 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 Katara
Public transport in the Katara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harij to Katara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Katara is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katara 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 Katara
Where is Katara located?
Katara village is located in Harij Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katara?
Katara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katara?
The pincode of Katara is 384240.
What is the population of Katara?
Katara had a total population of 2,800, including 1,473 males and 1,327 females.
How many households are there in Katara?
Katara had 548 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katara was 67.70%. Male literacy was 81.19% and female literacy was 52.52%.