Kataka
Kataka is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Kataka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kataka unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Kataka’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 Kataka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kataka is 201304. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 222144. Machhlishahr is nearest town to Kataka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kataka village comes under Machhlishahr assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kataka
Population of Kataka
According to the 2011 Census, Kataka has a total population of about 656, with approximately 322 males and 334 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 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 71.34%, with male literacy at about 83.23% and female literacy near 59.88%. There are around 93 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kataka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 656 | 322 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 468 | 268 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 54 | 134 |
Connectivity of Kataka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kataka. As per the 2011 stats, Kataka 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kataka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kataka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kataka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kataka
- Where is Kataka located?
- Kataka village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kataka?
- Kataka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kataka?
- The pincode of Kataka is 222144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kataka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kataka is 656, with 322 males and 334 females.
- How many households are there in Kataka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kataka village has a total of 93 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kataka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kataka is 71.34%. The male literacy rate is 83.23%, while the female literacy rate is 59.88%.