Katka
Katka is a village located in Sirauli Gauspur tehsil of Bara Banki district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sirauli Gauspur (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Barabanki. As per 2009 stats, Katka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Katka unique in its vibrant Sirauli Gauspur-Bara Banki region. You’ll see Katka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Katka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katka is 164856. The village spans a total geographical area of 197.3 hectares. Sirauli Gauspur is nearest town to Katka village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Katka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barabanki Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Katka
Population of Katka
According to the 2011 Census, Katka has a total population of about 2,465, with approximately 1,314 males and 1,151 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 389 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 308 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.87%, with male literacy at about 60.20% and female literacy near 46.66%. There are around 409 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,465 | 1,314 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 213 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 161 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 791 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,137 | 523 | 614 |
Connectivity of Katka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katka. As per the 2011 stats, Katka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katka
Knowing the nearby villages of Katka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katka
- Where is Katka located?
- Katka village is situated in Sirauli Gauspur Tehsil, within the Bara Banki district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katka?
- Katka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Katka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katka is 2,465, with 1,314 males and 1,151 females.
- How many households are there in Katka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katka village has a total of 409 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katka is 53.87%. The male literacy rate is 60.20%, while the female literacy rate is 46.66%.