Katora

Katora is a village located in Zira tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Zira (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Katora village is also a gram panchayat.

Katora 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 Katora

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katora is 034420. The village spans a total geographical area of 294 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142028. Zira is nearest town to Katora village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Katora

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,040 544 496
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 113 62 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) 67 35 32
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 617 357 260
Illiterate Population 423 187 236

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

  • The total population of Katora village is around 1,040, including approximately 544 males and 496 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Katora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katora village has 67 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Katora village is about 59.33%, with male literacy at 65.63% and female literacy at 52.42%.
  • There are around 185 households in Katora village.

Connectivity of Katora

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

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

Nearby Villages of Katora

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

Mansurpur Deva Ratoul Bet Sher Singhwala Awan Wara Pohwindian Malhuwala Amargarh Bandian Bhoghewala Mohar Sherpur Takhtuwala Jhanda Bagga Purana

Frequently Asked Questions about Katora

Where is Katora located?
Katora village is situated in Zira Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katora?
Katora serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Katora?
The pincode of Katora is 142028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katora is 1,040, with 544 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Katora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katora village has a total of 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katora as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katora is 59.33%. The male literacy rate is 65.63%, while the female literacy rate is 52.42%.