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
As per Census 2011, Katghara Shankar village has a total population of 4,143 people, consisting of 2,103 males and 2,040 females. The village has 649 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 563 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,826 literate and 1,317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 781 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katghara Shankar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 4,143, including 2,103 males and 2,040 females.
How many households are there in Katghara Shankar?
There are 649 households in Katghara Shankar.
What is the literacy rate in Katghara Shankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katghara Shankar is 68.21%. Male literacy is 74.32% and female literacy is 61.91%.