Katyara - Bhaderwah, Doda
Katyara is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bafderwah and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Kathyara serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Katyara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katyara is 004511. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Katyara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katyara
According to the 2011 Census, Katyara village had a total population of 1,122 people, including 553 males and 569 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.35%, with male literacy at 79.10% and female literacy at 52.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 326.
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 | 1,122 | 553 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 163 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 352 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 201 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Katyara
Katyara 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 Katyara
Public transport in the Katyara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Doda to Katyara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katyara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katyara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katyara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katyara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katyara
Where is Katyara located?
Katyara village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Katyara?
The Halqa Panchayat of Katyara is Kathyara.
What is the pincode of Katyara?
The pincode of Katyara is 182222.
What is the population of Katyara?
Katyara had a total population of 1,122, including 553 males and 569 females.
How many households are there in Katyara?
Katyara had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katyara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katyara was 65.35%. Male literacy was 79.10% and female literacy was 52.16%.