Katghar - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Katghar is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Katghar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katghar is 200134. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.07 hectares and falls under the 223105 pincode.
Katghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katghar
As per Census 2011, Katghar village has a total population of 1,836 people, consisting of 909 males and 927 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,179 literate and 657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Katghar
Katghar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ekadla | East | 1.31 km |
| Keot Patti | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Kushiya Bahar | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Ram Nagar | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Sheikhahi | South | 1.90 km |
| Kurki Patti | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Sari Jahangir Patti | North | 2.28 km |
| Sadruddinpur | East | 2.47 km |
| Basupur | South | 2.60 km |
| Chhitam Patti | South-West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katghar
Katghar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shahganj Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jaunpur to Katghar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katghar
Where is Katghar located?
Katghar village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katghar?
Katghar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katghar?
The pincode of Katghar is 223105.
What is the population of Katghar?
Katghar has a total population of 1,836, including 909 males and 927 females.
How many households are there in Katghar?
There are 259 households in Katghar.
What is the literacy rate in Katghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katghar is 64.22%. Male literacy is 73.49% and female literacy is 55.12%.