Katehra

Katehra is a village located in Fazilka tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Fazilka (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Katehra village is also a gram panchayat.

Katehra has its own place in the vibrant Firozpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katehra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katehra is 035078. The village spans a total geographical area of 1375.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152121. Fazilka is nearest town to Katehra village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Katehra

Below is a concise population overview of Katehra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,987 1,578 1,409
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 386 200 186
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,347 691 656
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,642 1,002 640
Illiterate Population 1,345 576 769

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katehra village:

  • The total population of Katehra village is around 2,987, including approximately 1,578 males and 1,409 females, with a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 386 children aged 0–6 years in Katehra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katehra village has 1,347 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Katehra village is about 54.97%, with male literacy at 63.50% and female literacy at 45.42%.
  • There are around 566 households in Katehra village.

Connectivity of Katehra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katehra. As per the 2011 stats, Katehra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Katehra

Knowing the nearby villages of Katehra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katehra.

Koharianwali Jhumianwali Mamu Khera Kandhwala Hazar Khan Kamalwala Bodiwala Pitha Khui Khera Sajrana Singhpura Kikarwala Rupa Patti Puran

Frequently Asked Questions about Katehra

Where is Katehra located?
Katehra village is situated in Fazilka Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katehra?
Katehra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Katehra?
The pincode of Katehra is 152121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katehra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katehra is 2,987, with 1,578 males and 1,409 females.
How many households are there in Katehra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katehra village has a total of 566 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katehra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katehra is 54.97%. The male literacy rate is 63.50%, while the female literacy rate is 45.42%.