Katya - Belthara Road, Ballia
Katya is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Kuchehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katya is 197738. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.85 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode.
Katya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katya
According to the 2011 Census, Katya village had a total population of 605 people, including 290 males and 315 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 87.14% and female literacy at 74.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 605 | 290 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 49 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 210 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 80 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Katya
Katya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahorwa | South-West | 0.76 km |
| Tajpur | North-East | 0.80 km |
| Mohammadpur | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Mahmud Sarai | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Inupur | South | 1.42 km |
| Taiyabpur | West | 1.44 km |
| Ismailpur Dhadhila | East | 1.46 km |
| Sasnadih | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Jawahirpur | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Khunta | South-West | 1.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Katya. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ballia to Katya is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katya 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 Katya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katya
Where is Katya located?
Katya village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katya?
The Gram Panchayat of Katya is Kuchehra.
What is the pincode of Katya?
The pincode of Katya is 221716.
What is the population of Katya?
Katya had a total population of 605, including 290 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Katya?
Katya had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katya was 80.56%. Male literacy was 87.14% and female literacy was 74.42%.