Katara Kotiya - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Katara Kotiya is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Katra Kotiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katara Kotiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katara Kotiya is 194993. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.69 hectares and falls under the 223222 pincode. Phulpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Katara Kotiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katara Kotiya
According to the 2011 Census, Katara Kotiya village had a total population of 650 people, including 309 males and 341 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.74%, with male literacy at 80.97% and female literacy at 56.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 280.
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 | 650 | 309 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 138 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 200 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 109 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Katara Kotiya
Katara Kotiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Miyanpur | North-East | 0.66 km |
| Pura Karim | North | 0.78 km |
| Sadaruddinpur | South | 1.01 km |
| Baisadih | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Haidari Pur | North | 1.21 km |
| Ishapur | West | 1.39 km |
| Bhatin Para | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Rampur Khurd | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Purabhikhari | North | 1.70 km |
| Khojapur | North-East | 1.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katara Kotiya
Katara Kotiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khorason Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Phulpur to Katara Kotiya is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Katara Kotiya is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katara Kotiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katara Kotiya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katara Kotiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katara Kotiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Katara Kotiya
Where is Katara Kotiya located?
Katara Kotiya village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katara Kotiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Katara Kotiya is Katra Kotiya.
What is the pincode of Katara Kotiya?
The pincode of Katara Kotiya is 223222.
What is the population of Katara Kotiya?
Katara Kotiya had a total population of 650, including 309 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Katara Kotiya?
Katara Kotiya had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katara Kotiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katara Kotiya was 67.74%. Male literacy was 80.97% and female literacy was 56.18%.