Katghar
Katghar is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Katghar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Katghar unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Katghar’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 Katghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katghar is 200134. The village spans a total geographical area of 405.07 hectares. Shahganj is nearest town to Katghar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Katghar
Population of Katghar
According to the 2011 Census, Katghar has a total population of about 1,836, with approximately 909 males and 927 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 275 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 330 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 31. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.22%, with male literacy at about 73.49% and female literacy near 55.12%. There are around 259 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katghar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,836 | 909 | 927 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 146 | 129 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 161 | 169 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
Literate Population | 1,179 | 668 | 511 |
Illiterate Population | 657 | 241 | 416 |
Connectivity of Katghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katghar. As per the 2011 stats, Katghar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Katghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Katghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katghar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katghar
- Where is Katghar located?
- Katghar village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katghar?
- Katghar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Katghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katghar is 1,836, with 909 males and 927 females.
- How many households are there in Katghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katghar village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katghar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katghar is 64.22%. The male literacy rate is 73.49%, while the female literacy rate is 55.12%.