Katra - Majholi, Jabalpur
Katra is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Tagbihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katra is 489176. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.41 hectares and falls under the 483336 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Katra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katra
According to the 2011 Census, Katra village had a total population of 262 people, including 136 males and 126 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.89%, with male literacy at 92.79% and female literacy at 74.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 262 | 136 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 103 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 33 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Katra
Katra 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 Katra
Katra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majholi to Katra is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Katra is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katra 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katra 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 Katra
Where is Katra located?
Katra village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katra?
The Gram Panchayat of Katra is Tagbihar.
What is the pincode of Katra?
The pincode of Katra is 483336.
What is the population of Katra?
Katra had a total population of 262, including 136 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Katra?
Katra had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katra was 83.89%. Male literacy was 92.79% and female literacy was 74.00%.