Bir Katari - Payal, Ludhiana
Bir Katari is a village situated in the Payal tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. Katahri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bir Katari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bir Katari is 033348. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 141421 pincode. Doraha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bir Katari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Bir Katari
Bir Katari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilaspur | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Katari | South | 1.65 km |
| Lapran | West | 1.69 km |
| Giddari | North | 2.06 km |
| Ghangas | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Doburji | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Silon Khurd | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Silon Kalan | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Dhoda | West | 3.96 km |
| Mukandpur | West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bir Katari
Bir Katari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sanahwal, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Doraha to Bir Katari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bir Katari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bir Katari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bir Katari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bir Katari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bir Katari
Where is Bir Katari located?
Bir Katari village is located in Payal Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bir Katari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bir Katari is Katahri.
What is the pincode of Bir Katari?
The pincode of Bir Katari is 141421.