Katwar
Katwar is a village located in Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Khajni (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Katwar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Katwar unique in its vibrant Khajni-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Katwar’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 Katwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katwar is 186837. The village spans a total geographical area of 171.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 273212. Khajni is nearest town to Katwar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Katwar
Population of Katwar
According to the 2011 Census, Katwar has a total population of about 2,783, with approximately 1,435 males and 1,348 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 373 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 667 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 64.21%, with male literacy at about 73.03% and female literacy near 54.82%. There are around 414 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,783 | 1,435 | 1,348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 202 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 667 | 335 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,787 | 1,048 | 739 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 387 | 609 |
Connectivity of Katwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katwar. As per the 2011 stats, Katwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Katwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katwar
- Where is Katwar located?
- Katwar village is situated in Khajni Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katwar?
- Katwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Katwar?
- The pincode of Katwar is 273212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Katwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katwar is 2,783, with 1,435 males and 1,348 females.
- How many households are there in Katwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katwar village has a total of 414 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katwar is 64.21%. The male literacy rate is 73.03%, while the female literacy rate is 54.82%.