Katwar - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Katwar is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Katwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katwar is 187027. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.07 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode.
Katwar 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 Katwar
According to the 2011 Census, Katwar village had a total population of 971 people, including 503 males and 468 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.51%, with male literacy at 88.79% and female literacy at 63.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 304.
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 | 971 | 503 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 153 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 645 | 388 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 115 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Katwar
Katwar 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 Katwar
Katwar 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 Katwar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katwar 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 Katwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katwar
Where is Katwar located?
Katwar village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katwar?
Katwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katwar?
The pincode of Katwar is 273212.
What is the population of Katwar?
Katwar had a total population of 971, including 503 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Katwar?
Katwar had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katwar was 76.51%. Male literacy was 88.79% and female literacy was 63.30%.