Katarbera - Peterwar, Bokaro
Katarbera is a village situated in the Peterwar subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peterwar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Chargi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katarbera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarbera is 362437. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 829121 pincode. Bermo is the nearest town.
Katarbera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gomiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katarbera
According to the 2011 Census, Katarbera village had a total population of 519 people, including 255 males and 264 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.18%, with male literacy at 58.57% and female literacy at 32.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 436.
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 | 519 | 255 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 436 | 216 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 123 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 132 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Katarbera
Katarbera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Etke | East | 1.36 km |
| Chargi | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Arari | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Rukam | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Khakhra | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Karkattakala | East | 3.01 km |
| Chopadaru | West | 3.26 km |
| Babhansangtu | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Lepo | North | 3.77 km |
| Petarbar | North-East | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katarbera
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Katarbera. The nearest railway station is Harubera, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bokaro to Katarbera is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katarbera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarbera 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katarbera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarbera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katarbera
Where is Katarbera located?
Katarbera village is located in Peterwar Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katarbera?
The Gram Panchayat of Katarbera is Chargi.
What is the pincode of Katarbera?
The pincode of Katarbera is 829121.
What is the population of Katarbera?
Katarbera had a total population of 519, including 255 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Katarbera?
Katarbera had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katarbera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarbera was 45.18%. Male literacy was 58.57% and female literacy was 32.09%.