Katka

Katka is a village located in Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sahjanwa (tehsildar office) and 3km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Belwa Dadhri is the gram panchayat of Katka village.

Katka has its own place in the vibrant Gorakhpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katka is 185340. The village spans a total geographical area of 181.91 hectares. Sahjanwa is nearest town to Katka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Katka

Below is a concise population overview of Katka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 553 217 336
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 89 41 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) 16 7 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 31 14 17
Literate Population 338 166 172
Illiterate Population 215 51 164

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katka village:

  • The total population of Katka village is around 553, including approximately 217 males and 336 females, with a sex ratio of 1548 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Katka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katka village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 31 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katka village is about 61.12%, with male literacy at 76.50% and female literacy at 51.19%.
  • There are around 99 households in Katka village.

Connectivity of Katka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katka. As per the 2011 stats, Katka 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Katka

Knowing the nearby villages of Katka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katka.

Khanipur Mujaila Nagwa Jaitpur Belwa Dari Kharaila Harria Kanongo Kaleser Jhungia Rautpar Saria Kusmhi

Frequently Asked Questions about Katka

Where is Katka located?
Katka village is situated in Sahjanwa Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katka?
The Gram Panchayat of Katka is Belwa Dadhri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Katka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katka is 553, with 217 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Katka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katka village has a total of 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katka is 61.12%. The male literacy rate is 76.50%, while the female literacy rate is 51.19%.