Katka - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Katka is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Osti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katka is 194364. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.13 hectares and falls under the 276305 pincode.
Katka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katka
According to the 2011 Census, Katka village had a total population of 19 people, including 10 males and 9 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.71%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 44.44%.
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 | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Katka
Katka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Osti | North-East | 0.55 km |
| Khadra | South-East | 0.83 km |
| Daudpur | North-West | 0.84 km |
| Chak Latif | East | 0.90 km |
| Karchha | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Basti | South | 1.39 km |
| Ahiripur | North | 1.59 km |
| Hajipur | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Gandi | West | 1.69 km |
| Fattanpur | East | 1.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katka
Public transport in the Katka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarai Mir, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Katka is about 30 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 Katka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katka 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 Katka
Where is Katka located?
Katka village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katka?
The Gram Panchayat of Katka is Osti.
What is the pincode of Katka?
The pincode of Katka is 276305.
What is the population of Katka?
Katka had a total population of 19, including 10 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Katka?
Katka had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katka was 64.71%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 44.44%.