Katghara - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Katghara is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Katghara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katghara is 187331. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.97 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Katghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katghara
According to the 2011 Census, Katghara village had a total population of 555 people, including 306 males and 249 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.85%, with male literacy at 92.28% and female literacy at 66.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 555 | 306 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 251 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 55 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Katghara
Katghara 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 Katghara
Katghara 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Katghara is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katghara 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Katghara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katghara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katghara
Where is Katghara located?
Katghara village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katghara?
Katghara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katghara?
The pincode of Katghara is 273212.
What is the population of Katghara?
Katghara had a total population of 555, including 306 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Katghara?
Katghara had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katghara was 80.85%. Male literacy was 92.28% and female literacy was 66.96%.