Katara - Bahoriband, Katni
Katara is a village situated in the Bahoriband tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahoriband and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Basan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katara is 488639. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.02 hectares and falls under the 483331 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Katara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katara
According to the 2011 Census, Katara village had a total population of 87 people, including 39 males and 48 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,231 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.29%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 52.50%.
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 | 87 | 39 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Katara
Katara 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 Katara
Public transport in the Katara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Katara is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Katni to Katara is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katara 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 Katara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katara
Where is Katara located?
Katara village is located in Bahoriband Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katara?
The Gram Panchayat of Katara is Basan.
What is the pincode of Katara?
The pincode of Katara is 483331.
What is the population of Katara?
Katara had a total population of 87, including 39 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Katara?
Katara had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katara was 64.29%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 52.50%.