Katehra - Fazilka
Katehra is a village situated in the Fazilka tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from Fazilka and around 105 km from Firozpur. Katehra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katehra is 035078. The village covers a total geographical area of 1375.12 hectares and falls under the 152121 pincode. Fazilka is the nearest town.
Katehra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katehra
As per Census 2011, Katehra village has a total population of 2,987 people, consisting of 1,578 males and 1,409 females. The village has 566 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,642 literate and 1,345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katehra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,987 | 1,578 | 1,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 200 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,347 | 691 | 656 |
| Literate Population | 1,642 | 1,002 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,345 | 576 | 769 |
Nearby Villages of Katehra
Katehra 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 Katehra
Katehra 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 located within 5-10 km of Katehra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Firozpur to Katehra is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katehra 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katehra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katehra
Where is Katehra located?
Katehra village is located in Fazilka Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katehra?
Katehra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katehra?
The pincode of Katehra is 152121.
What is the population of Katehra?
Katehra has a total population of 2,987, including 1,578 males and 1,409 females.
How many households are there in Katehra?
There are 566 households in Katehra.
What is the literacy rate in Katehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katehra is 54.97%. Male literacy is 63.50% and female literacy is 45.42%.