Katar - Kherwara, Udaipur
Katar is a village situated in the Kherwara tehsil of Udaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kherwara and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Udaipur. Katar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katar is 107694. The village covers a total geographical area of 527 hectares and falls under the 313803 pincode. Dungarpur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Katar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katar
According to the 2011 Census, Katar village had a total population of 1,047 people, including 525 males and 522 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.38%, with male literacy at 73.61% and female literacy at 31.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 428.
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 | 1,047 | 525 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 112 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 428 | 208 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 304 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 221 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Katar
Katar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Damorwara | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Thana | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Govinddeo | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Bhilwara | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Rehta | North | 2.15 km |
| Khutwara | East | 2.20 km |
| Karmala | North | 2.34 km |
| Nagar | West | 2.38 km |
| Asariwara | South | 2.44 km |
| Ghogharwara | East | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katar
Katar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bechhiwara, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 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 Dungarpur to Katar is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Katar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katar
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katar
Where is Katar located?
Katar village is located in Kherwara Tehsil, Udaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katar?
Katar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katar?
The pincode of Katar is 313803.
What is the population of Katar?
Katar had a total population of 1,047, including 525 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Katar?
Katar had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katar was 52.38%. Male literacy was 73.61% and female literacy was 31.85%.