Katalbari - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Katalbari is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from Betasing and around 34 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katalbari is 273667. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katalbari
According to the 2011 Census, Katalbari village had a total population of 174 people, including 84 males and 90 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.97%, with male literacy at 34.25% and female literacy at 29.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 174 | 84 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 59 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Katalbari
Katalbari 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 Katalbari
Katalbari 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 Tura to Katalbari is about 34 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 Katalbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katalbari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katalbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katalbari 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katalbari
Where is Katalbari located?
Katalbari village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Katalbari?
The pincode of Katalbari is 794105.
What is the population of Katalbari?
Katalbari had a total population of 174, including 84 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Katalbari?
Katalbari had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katalbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katalbari was 31.97%. Male literacy was 34.25% and female literacy was 29.73%.