Katari - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Katari is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Katari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katari is 150791. The village covers a total geographical area of 983 hectares and falls under the 209208 pincode. Kanpur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Katari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katari
As per Census 2011, Katari village has a total population of 3,145 people, consisting of 1,761 males and 1,384 females. The village has 570 households and a sex ratio of 785 females per 1,000 males. There are 500 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,738 literate and 1,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 663 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,145 | 1,761 | 1,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 268 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 663 | 381 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 1,738 | 1,115 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 646 | 761 |
Nearby Villages of Katari
Katari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amiratepur | East | 3.14 km |
| Nirni | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Simra | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Bhitri | South | 3.64 km |
| Bilauta | South | 3.72 km |
| Katar | North | 3.85 km |
| Umrahat | North-West | 5.08 km |
| Korau | North-East | 5.23 km |
| Garatha | East | 5.43 km |
| Bachrauli | South-East | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katari
Katari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Duhru, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanpur to Katari is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Katari is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katari
Where is Katari located?
Katari village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katari?
Katari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katari?
The pincode of Katari is 209208.
What is the population of Katari?
Katari has a total population of 3,145, including 1,761 males and 1,384 females.
How many households are there in Katari?
There are 570 households in Katari.
What is the literacy rate in Katari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katari is 55.26%. Male literacy is 63.32% and female literacy is 45.01%.