Katharra - Baheri, Bareilly
Katharra is a village situated in the Baheri tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Katharra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katharra is 129489. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.15 hectares and falls under the 243201 pincode. Bareilly is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Katharra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghojipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katharra
As per Census 2011, Katharra village has a total population of 4,454 people, consisting of 2,315 males and 2,139 females. The village has 705 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 805 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,174 literate and 2,280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katharra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,454 | 2,315 | 2,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 805 | 410 | 395 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 125 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 2,174 | 1,320 | 854 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,280 | 995 | 1,285 |
Nearby Villages of Katharra
Katharra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thiria Jashoda | North-East | 0.82 km |
| Tah Kasampur | South | 0.93 km |
| Karanpur | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Bichpuri | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Abhaypur Mahmoodpur | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Udara | East | 2.21 km |
| Baikarnanda | East | 2.47 km |
| Gularia Mohammad Hussain | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Mohanpur | North | 2.58 km |
| Guna Hattu | West | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katharra
Katharra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deoranian, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bareilly to Katharra is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Katharra is about 33 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 Katharra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katharra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katharra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katharra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katharra
Where is Katharra located?
Katharra village is located in Baheri Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katharra?
Katharra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katharra?
The pincode of Katharra is 243201.
What is the population of Katharra?
Katharra has a total population of 4,454, including 2,315 males and 2,139 females.
How many households are there in Katharra?
There are 705 households in Katharra.
What is the literacy rate in Katharra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katharra is 48.81%. Male literacy is 57.02% and female literacy is 39.93%.