Katri - Harraiya, Basti
Katri is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Dudhaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katri is 180259. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.41 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katri
According to the 2011 Census, Katri village had a total population of 746 people, including 378 males and 368 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.62%, with male literacy at 86.77% and female literacy at 62.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137.
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 | 746 | 378 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 282 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 96 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Katri
Katri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonarpur | North | 0.57 km |
| Tamolipur | South | 0.67 km |
| Pilkhau | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Bisnoharpur | West | 0.96 km |
| Dudhaura | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Andupur | East | 1.00 km |
| Dudhauri | South | 1.14 km |
| Ramwapur | West | 1.43 km |
| Gangapur | South | 1.58 km |
| Majha | North | 1.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katri
Katri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tinich, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Katri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katri 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 Katri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katri
Where is Katri located?
Katri village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katri?
The Gram Panchayat of Katri is Dudhaura.
What is the pincode of Katri?
The pincode of Katri is 272131.
What is the population of Katri?
Katri had a total population of 746, including 378 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Katri?
Katri had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katri was 74.62%. Male literacy was 86.77% and female literacy was 62.46%.