Katela Talab - Colonelganj, Gonda
Katela Talab is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Bataura Lohangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katela Talab village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katela Talab is 174904. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.06 hectares and falls under the 271126 pincode. Colonelganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Katela Talab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katela Talab
As per Census 2011, Katela Talab village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 384 males and 335 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katela Talab are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 384 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 77 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 185 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 199 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Katela Talab
Katela Talab 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bataura Bakhtawar Singh | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Bataura Lohangi | West | 1.43 km |
| Bansgaon | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Patisa | South | 1.75 km |
| Rajpur | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Kapoorpur | North | 2.22 km |
| Chauri | West | 2.54 km |
| Parsa Godri | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Bharsara | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Bhat Naiyya | South-East | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katela Talab
Katela Talab is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maijapur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Colonelganj to Katela Talab is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Katela Talab is about 17 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 Katela Talab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katela Talab 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 Katela Talab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katela Talab 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 Katela Talab
Where is Katela Talab located?
Katela Talab village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katela Talab?
The Gram Panchayat of Katela Talab is Bataura Lohangi.
What is the pincode of Katela Talab?
The pincode of Katela Talab is 271126.
What is the population of Katela Talab?
Katela Talab has a total population of 719, including 384 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Katela Talab?
There are 128 households in Katela Talab.
What is the literacy rate in Katela Talab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katela Talab is 37.83%. Male literacy is 48.18% and female literacy is 25.97%.