Katral - Kariasol, Dhanbad
Katral is a village situated in the Kariasol subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Dhanbad and around 36 km from Dhanbad. Urma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katral is 362133. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 828205 pincode. Chirkunda is the nearest town.
Katral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nirsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katral
According to the 2011 Census, Katral village had a total population of 315 people, including 167 males and 148 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.22%, with male literacy at 79.86% and female literacy at 39.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 315 | 167 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 111 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 56 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Katral
Katral 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanolapur | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Hatikundar | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Urma | North | 2.00 km |
| Malancha | South | 2.21 km |
| Ghatkul | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Kalipathar | South | 2.89 km |
| Makunddi | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Bandrabad | West | 3.22 km |
| Bhiringi | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Ledaharia | North-East | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katral
Katral is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kalubathan, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Katral is about 36 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 Katral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katral 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katral
Where is Katral located?
Katral village is located in Kariasol Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katral?
The Gram Panchayat of Katral is Urma.
What is the pincode of Katral?
The pincode of Katral is 828205.
What is the population of Katral?
Katral had a total population of 315, including 167 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Katral?
Katral had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katral was 60.22%. Male literacy was 79.86% and female literacy was 39.23%.