Katora - Zira, Ferozepur
Katora is a village situated in the Zira tehsil of Ferozepur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from Zira and around 48 km from Firozpur. Katora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katora is 034420. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 152028 pincode. Zira is the nearest town.
Katora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Firozpur Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katora
According to the 2011 Census, Katora village had a total population of 1,040 people, including 544 males and 496 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.56%, with male literacy at 74.07% and female literacy at 58.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 1,040 | 544 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 62 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 617 | 357 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 187 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Katora
Katora 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 Katora
Katora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Katora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Katora is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katora 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 Katora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katora 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Katora
Where is Katora located?
Katora village is located in Zira Tehsil, Ferozepur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katora?
Katora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katora?
The pincode of Katora is 152028.
What is the population of Katora?
Katora had a total population of 1,040, including 544 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Katora?
Katora had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katora was 66.56%. Male literacy was 74.07% and female literacy was 58.43%.