Katar Bari - Bidasar, Churu
Katar Bari is a village situated in the Bidasar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 65 km from Sujangarh and around 160 km from Churu. Katar Chhoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katar Bari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katar Bari is 070675. The village covers a total geographical area of 3559.22 hectares and falls under the 331517 pincode. Bidasar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Katar Bari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katar Bari
According to the 2011 Census, Katar Bari village had a total population of 1,493 people, including 791 males and 702 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.09%, with male literacy at 57.08% and female literacy at 39.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 592, while 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 | 1,493 | 791 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 148 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 316 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 367 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 901 | 424 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Katar Bari
Katar Bari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gewarsar | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Katar Chhoti | South-East | 6.67 km |
| Sajansar | East | 7.71 km |
| Jasrasar | West | 7.80 km |
| Malasar | South | 8.94 km |
| Reda | North-East | 9.04 km |
| Masoori | North-West | 9.67 km |
| Aidanpura | South-East | 10.83 km |
| Soniyasar Sukhram | East | 11.16 km |
| Bilaniyasar | South | 11.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katar Bari
Katar Bari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sudsar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bidasar to Katar Bari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Katar Bari is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katar Bari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katar Bari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katar Bari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katar Bari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katar Bari
Where is Katar Bari located?
Katar Bari village is located in Bidasar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katar Bari?
The Gram Panchayat of Katar Bari is Katar Chhoti.
What is the pincode of Katar Bari?
The pincode of Katar Bari is 331517.
What is the population of Katar Bari?
Katar Bari had a total population of 1,493, including 791 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Katar Bari?
Katar Bari had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katar Bari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katar Bari was 49.09%. Male literacy was 57.08% and female literacy was 39.96%.