Katkera

Katkera is a village located in Goilkera subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Goilkera (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Goilkera is the gram panchayat of Katkera village.

Katkera has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katkera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katkera is 377586. The village spans a total geographical area of 208 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833105. Goilkera is nearest town to Katkera village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Katkera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Katkera

Below is a concise population overview of Katkera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 641 323 318
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 155 72 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 620 312 308
Literate Population 206 142 64
Illiterate Population 435 181 254

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katkera village:

  • The total population of Katkera village is around 641, including approximately 323 males and 318 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Katkera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katkera village has 620 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katkera village is about 32.14%, with male literacy at 43.96% and female literacy at 20.13%.
  • There are around 127 households in Katkera village.

Connectivity of Katkera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katkera. As per the 2011 stats, Katkera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Katkera

Knowing the nearby villages of Katkera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katkera.

Frequently Asked Questions about Katkera

Where is Katkera located?
Katkera village is situated in Goilkera Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkera?
The Gram Panchayat of Katkera is Goilkera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katkera?
The pincode of Katkera is 833105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katkera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katkera is 641, with 323 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Katkera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katkera village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katkera is 32.14%. The male literacy rate is 43.96%, while the female literacy rate is 20.13%.