Kataka
Kataka is a village located in Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Colonelganj (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gonda. As per 2009 stats, Kataka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kataka unique in its vibrant Colonelganj-Gonda region. You’ll see Kataka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kataka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kataka is 174772. The village spans a total geographical area of 344.74 hectares. Gonda is nearest town to Kataka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Kataka
Population of Kataka
According to the 2011 Census, Kataka has a total population of about 1,703, with approximately 904 males and 799 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 292 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 247 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.12%, with male literacy at about 41.48% and female literacy near 21.53%. There are around 272 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kataka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,703 | 904 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 154 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 129 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 547 | 375 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,156 | 529 | 627 |
Connectivity of Kataka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kataka. As per the 2011 stats, Kataka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kataka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kataka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kataka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kataka
- Where is Kataka located?
- Kataka village is situated in Colonelganj Tehsil, within the Gonda district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kataka?
- Kataka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kataka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kataka is 1,703, with 904 males and 799 females.
- How many households are there in Kataka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kataka village has a total of 272 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kataka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kataka is 32.12%. The male literacy rate is 41.48%, while the female literacy rate is 21.53%.