Katghara Shankar - Madhuban, Mau
Katghara Shankar is a village situated in the Madhuban tehsil of Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. Katghara Shankar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katghara Shankar is 196600. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.04 hectares and falls under the 221706 pincode.
Katghara Shankar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhuban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katghara Shankar
According to the 2011 Census, Katghara Shankar village had a total population of 4,143 people, including 2,103 males and 2,040 females, living in 649 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.94%, with male literacy at 86.40% and female literacy at 71.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 781, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,143 | 2,103 | 2,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 294 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 781 | 416 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,826 | 1,563 | 1,263 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,317 | 540 | 777 |
Nearby Villages of Katghara Shankar
Katghara Shankar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarai Dharimal | South | 0.95 km |
| Patti Ufrauli | North | 0.97 km |
| Harpalpur | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Bhelaur | West | 1.25 km |
| Sarai Anantmal | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Nanaur | South | 1.74 km |
| Chapara Bhangi | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Sarai Muratdas | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Chaka Rasti | West | 1.90 km |
| Bijawe | West | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katghara Shankar
Katghara Shankar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kirihrapur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Katghara Shankar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katghara Shankar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katghara Shankar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katghara Shankar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katghara Shankar
Where is Katghara Shankar located?
Katghara Shankar village is located in Madhuban Tehsil, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katghara Shankar?
Katghara Shankar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katghara Shankar?
The pincode of Katghara Shankar is 221706.
What is the population of Katghara Shankar?
Katghara Shankar had a total population of 4,143, including 2,103 males and 2,040 females.
How many households are there in Katghara Shankar?
Katghara Shankar had 649 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katghara Shankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katghara Shankar was 78.94%. Male literacy was 86.40% and female literacy was 71.32%.