Katoora - Jasrana, Firozabad
Katoora is a village situated in the Jasrana tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasrana and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Katora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katoora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katoora is 125883. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.54 hectares and falls under the 283136 pincode. Mustfabad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Katoora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katoora
As per Census 2011, Katoora village has a total population of 1,585 people, consisting of 840 males and 745 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,016 literate and 569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katoora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,585 | 840 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 181 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 612 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 228 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Katoora
Katoora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palia Kalan | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Kodri Palia | East | 1.91 km |
| Machan | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Darapur Milavli | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Emapalia | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Bhaypur | South | 2.14 km |
| Bhikanpurpadam | North | 2.35 km |
| Khudadadpur | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Bitvara | East | 2.57 km |
| Bahat | South-West | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katoora
Katoora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buraha Bhartha, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 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 Mustfabad to Katoora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Katoora is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katoora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katoora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katoora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katoora 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katoora
Where is Katoora located?
Katoora village is located in Jasrana Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katoora?
The Gram Panchayat of Katoora is Katora.
What is the pincode of Katoora?
The pincode of Katoora is 283136.
What is the population of Katoora?
Katoora has a total population of 1,585, including 840 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Katoora?
There are 261 households in Katoora.
What is the literacy rate in Katoora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katoora is 64.10%. Male literacy is 72.86% and female literacy is 54.23%.