Katkar - Bayana, Bharatpur
Katkar is a village situated in the Bayana tehsil of Bharatpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bayana and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bharatpur. Mahrawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katkar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkar is 075163. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 321411 pincode. Bayana is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Katkar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Weir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katkar
According to the 2011 Census, Katkar village had a total population of 600 people, including 360 males and 240 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.03%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 53.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 600 | 360 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 84 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 207 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 153 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Katkar
Katkar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarai Bhamboo | East | 1.27 km |
| Nagla Jaita | West | 1.69 km |
| Peeloopura | South | 1.73 km |
| Arauda | North | 1.77 km |
| Nagla Hota | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Karwari | South | 2.72 km |
| Samogar | East | 2.75 km |
| Alapuri | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Etmadpur | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Peeparra | West | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katkar
Public transport in the Katkar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dumariya, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bayana to Katkar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharatpur to Katkar is about 50 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 Katkar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katkar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Katkar
Where is Katkar located?
Katkar village is located in Bayana Tehsil, Bharatpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Katkar is Mahrawar.
What is the pincode of Katkar?
The pincode of Katkar is 321411.
What is the population of Katkar?
Katkar had a total population of 600, including 360 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Katkar?
Katkar had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkar was 66.03%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 53.13%.