Katai - Rudrapur, Deoria
Katai is a village situated in the Rudrapur tehsil of Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rudrapur and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Deoria. Jungle Katai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katai is 190686. The village covers a total geographical area of 412.64 hectares and falls under the 274204 pincode. Deoria is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Katai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katai
As per Census 2011, Katai village has a total population of 3,043 people, consisting of 1,579 males and 1,464 females. The village has 464 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 472 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,817 literate and 1,226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 613 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,043 | 1,579 | 1,464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 251 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 613 | 332 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 1,817 | 1,119 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,226 | 460 | 766 |
Nearby Villages of Katai
Katai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pananaha | North | 0.91 km |
| Belkunda | South | 1.53 km |
| Diwan Pokhra | West | 1.67 km |
| Parsotima | East | 1.79 km |
| Jungle Kitasen | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Madaina | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Usri Khurd | East | 2.26 km |
| Karmel | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Indupur | North | 2.52 km |
| Awadhpur | South-West | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katai
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Katai. The nearest railway station is Gauri Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoria to Katai is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Deoria to Katai is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Katai
Where is Katai located?
Katai village is located in Rudrapur Tehsil, Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katai?
The Gram Panchayat of Katai is Jungle Katai.
What is the pincode of Katai?
The pincode of Katai is 274204.
What is the population of Katai?
Katai has a total population of 3,043, including 1,579 males and 1,464 females.
How many households are there in Katai?
There are 464 households in Katai.
What is the literacy rate in Katai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katai is 59.71%. Male literacy is 70.87% and female literacy is 47.68%.