Kataya
Kataya is a village located in Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Khajni (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Bastiya is the gram panchayat of Kataya village.
Here you can discover what makes Kataya unique in its vibrant Khajni-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Kataya’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 Kataya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kataya is 186768. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.45 hectares. Khajni is nearest town to Kataya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kataya
Population of Kataya
According to the 2011 Census, Kataya has a total population of about 598, with approximately 312 males and 286 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 231 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 32. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.70%, with male literacy at about 68.91% and female literacy near 51.75%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kataya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 598 | 312 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 122 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 215 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 97 | 138 |
Connectivity of Kataya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kataya. As per the 2011 stats, Kataya 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kataya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kataya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kataya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kataya
- Where is Kataya located?
- Kataya village is situated in Khajni Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kataya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kataya is Bastiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kataya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kataya is 598, with 312 males and 286 females.
- How many households are there in Kataya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kataya village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kataya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kataya is 60.70%. The male literacy rate is 68.91%, while the female literacy rate is 51.75%.