Katoghan - Khaga, Fatehpur
Katoghan is a village situated in the Khaga tehsil of Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaga and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Fatehpur. Katoghan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katoghan is 157381. The village covers a total geographical area of 1648.3 hectares and falls under the 212655 pincode.
Katoghan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khaga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katoghan
According to the 2011 Census, Katoghan village had a total population of 5,998 people, including 3,142 males and 2,856 females, living in 1,129 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.34%, with male literacy at 73.27% and female literacy at 42.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,647.
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 | 5,998 | 3,142 | 2,856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 996 | 534 | 462 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,647 | 850 | 797 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,918 | 1,911 | 1,007 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,080 | 1,231 | 1,849 |
Nearby Villages of Katoghan
Katoghan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shikarpur | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Sujarahi | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Kahi | South | 3.56 km |
| Purein | East | 3.82 km |
| Budwan | North | 3.95 km |
| Majhil Gaon | East | 4.00 km |
| Chhimi | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Karaha | East | 4.41 km |
| Kasba Sohan | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Hasanpur Akuriha | North | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katoghan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katoghan. The nearest railway station is Katoghan, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Fatehpur to Katoghan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katoghan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katoghan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katoghan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katoghan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katoghan
Where is Katoghan located?
Katoghan village is located in Khaga Tehsil, Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katoghan?
Katoghan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katoghan?
The pincode of Katoghan is 212655.
What is the population of Katoghan?
Katoghan had a total population of 5,998, including 3,142 males and 2,856 females.
How many households are there in Katoghan?
Katoghan had 1,129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katoghan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katoghan was 58.34%. Male literacy was 73.27% and female literacy was 42.06%.