Katya - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Katya is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Bhitaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katya is 186325. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.35 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode. Balepar is the nearest town.
Katya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Katya
According to the 2011 Census, Katya village had a total population of 1,242 people, including 578 males and 664 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.89%, with male literacy at 80.51% and female literacy at 59.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 608.
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 | 1,242 | 578 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 106 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 608 | 284 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 713 | 380 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 198 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Katya
Katya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Katya
Katya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Katya is about 19 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 Katya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katya
Where is Katya located?
Katya village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katya?
The Gram Panchayat of Katya is Bhitaha.
What is the pincode of Katya?
The pincode of Katya is 273016.
What is the population of Katya?
Katya had a total population of 1,242, including 578 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Katya?
Katya had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katya was 68.89%. Male literacy was 80.51% and female literacy was 59.15%.