Katrai - Jasrana, Firozabad
Katrai is a village situated in the Jasrana tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasrana and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Sagrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katrai is 125924. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.98 hectares and falls under the 283136 pincode. Jasrana is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Katrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katrai
As per Census 2011, Katrai village has a total population of 1,336 people, consisting of 696 males and 640 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 828 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,336 | 696 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 104 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 828 | 503 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 193 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Katrai
Katrai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Soyora | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Nagla Sadi | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Kheria Sikmi Bajhera | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Sagrai | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Bajhera Bujurg | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Sadipur | South | 2.94 km |
| Sabalpur | North | 2.97 km |
| Kaurara Bujurg | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Kheria Ahamed | West | 3.31 km |
| Vajani | East | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katrai
Katrai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Araon, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jasrana to Katrai is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Katrai 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 Katrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katrai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katrai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katrai
Where is Katrai located?
Katrai village is located in Jasrana Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Katrai is Sagrai.
What is the pincode of Katrai?
The pincode of Katrai is 283136.
What is the population of Katrai?
Katrai has a total population of 1,336, including 696 males and 640 females.
How many households are there in Katrai?
There are 216 households in Katrai.
What is the literacy rate in Katrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katrai is 61.98%. Male literacy is 72.27% and female literacy is 50.78%.