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.

Kataka has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur 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 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.

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Population of Kataka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kataka village is around 656, including approximately 322 males and 334 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Kataka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kataka village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kataka village is about 71.34%, with male literacy at 83.23% and female literacy at 59.88%.
  • There are around 93 households in Kataka village.

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.

Rajepur Ta Baraipar Dharamupur Baraipar Chak Ghasita Kisunipur Vishapalpur Thehuniya Kaithauli Wari Rampur Ta Katahi Ismalela

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%.