Katara Kalinjar - Naraini, Banda
Katara Kalinjar is a village situated in the Naraini tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraini and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Katara Kalinjar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katara Kalinjar is 155467. The village covers a total geographical area of 740.16 hectares and falls under the 210129 pincode.
Katara Kalinjar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraini Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katara Kalinjar
As per Census 2011, Katara Kalinjar village has a total population of 3,671 people, consisting of 2,024 males and 1,647 females. The village has 687 households and a sex ratio of 813 females per 1,000 males. There are 617 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,808 literate and 1,863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 761 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katara Kalinjar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,671 | 2,024 | 1,647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 617 | 321 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 761 | 428 | 333 |
| Literate Population | 1,808 | 1,199 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,863 | 825 | 1,038 |
Nearby Villages of Katara Kalinjar
Katara Kalinjar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kila Kalinzar | East | 1.72 km |
| Tarahati Kalinzar | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Kalyanpur(khora) | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Dharampur | West | 3.51 km |
| Girdharpur | North | 3.52 km |
| Gopalsagar | South | 3.73 km |
| Pahi | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Masauni Bharatpur | North | 3.92 km |
| Nasaratpur | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Kathgaon | North | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katara Kalinjar
Katara Kalinjar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badausa, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Banda to Katara Kalinjar is about 60 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 Katara Kalinjar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katara Kalinjar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katara Kalinjar
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 Kalinjar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katara Kalinjar
Where is Katara Kalinjar located?
Katara Kalinjar village is located in Naraini Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katara Kalinjar?
Katara Kalinjar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katara Kalinjar?
The pincode of Katara Kalinjar is 210129.
What is the population of Katara Kalinjar?
Katara Kalinjar has a total population of 3,671, including 2,024 males and 1,647 females.
How many households are there in Katara Kalinjar?
There are 687 households in Katara Kalinjar.
What is the literacy rate in Katara Kalinjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katara Kalinjar is 49.25%. Male literacy is 59.24% and female literacy is 36.98%.