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.

Katghar 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 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.

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Population of Katghar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Katghar village is around 1,836, including approximately 909 males and 927 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 275 children aged 0–6 years in Katghar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katghar village has 330 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 31 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katghar village is about 64.22%, with male literacy at 73.49% and female literacy at 55.12%.
  • There are around 259 households in Katghar village.

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)
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.

Chakmariyam Bhatauli Jahooruddinpur Kurki Patti Kushiya Bahar Keot Patti Suetha Kalan Chhitam Patti Sheikhahi Kidhawai Kareempur Bind

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%.