Katkar - Hindaun, Karauli
Katkar is a village situated in the Hindaun tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindaun and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Katkar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkar is 076582. The village covers a total geographical area of 1442.4 hectares and falls under the 322234 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Karauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katkar
According to the 2011 Census, Katkar village had a total population of 7,832 people, including 4,303 males and 3,529 females, living in 1,368 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.14%, with male literacy at 83.62% and female literacy at 51.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,004, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5,435.
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 | 7,832 | 4,303 | 3,529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,089 | 628 | 461 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,004 | 557 | 447 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,435 | 2,992 | 2,443 |
| Literate Population | 4,662 | 3,073 | 1,589 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,170 | 1,230 | 1,940 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kutakpur | North | 2.23 km |
| Reethauli | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Sanet Ka Pura | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Manema | East | 3.18 km |
| Bhalpur | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Khera | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Kalaran Ka Pura | North | 3.98 km |
| Meri | South | 4.06 km |
| Milak Pataunda | North | 4.09 km |
| Singhan Meena | North-East | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katkar
Katkar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shri Mahabirji, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindaun to Katkar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Katkar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Katkar
Where is Katkar located?
Katkar village is located in Hindaun Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkar?
Katkar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katkar?
The pincode of Katkar is 322234.
What is the population of Katkar?
Katkar had a total population of 7,832, including 4,303 males and 3,529 females.
How many households are there in Katkar?
Katkar had 1,368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkar was 69.14%. Male literacy was 83.62% and female literacy was 51.79%.