Katta - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Katta is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Katata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katta is 195917. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.84 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode. Mehnagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Katta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Katta
According to the 2011 Census, Katta village had a total population of 1,014 people, including 465 males and 549 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,181 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.92%, with male literacy at 84.64% and female literacy at 54.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 1,014 | 465 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 94 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 66 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 314 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 151 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Katta
Katta is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Katta
Katta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mehnagar to Katta is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Katta is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katta 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 Katta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katta 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 Katta
Where is Katta located?
Katta village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katta?
The Gram Panchayat of Katta is Katata.
What is the pincode of Katta?
The pincode of Katta is 276204.
What is the population of Katta?
Katta had a total population of 1,014, including 465 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Katta?
Katta had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katta was 67.92%. Male literacy was 84.64% and female literacy was 54.20%.