Katwara

Katwara is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Katwara Khurd is the gram panchayat of Katwara village.

Here you can discover what makes Katwara unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Katwara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Katwara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katwara is 032525. The village spans a total geographical area of 373 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144524. Garhshankar is nearest town to Katwara village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Katwara

According to the 2011 Census, Katwara has a total population of about 1,417, with approximately 737 males and 680 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 132 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 156 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.56%, with male literacy at about 74.76% and female literacy near 55.59%. There are around 309 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katwara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,417 737 680
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 132 75 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) 156 81 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 929 551 378
Illiterate Population 488 186 302

Connectivity of Katwara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katwara. As per the 2011 stats, Katwara 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Katwara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Katwara

Where is Katwara located?
Katwara village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Katwara is Katwara Khurd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katwara?
The pincode of Katwara is 144524, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katwara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katwara is 1,417, with 737 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Katwara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katwara village has a total of 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katwara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katwara is 65.56%. The male literacy rate is 74.76%, while the female literacy rate is 55.59%.