Kataka
Kataka is a village located in Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Chunar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Parshurampur is the gram panchayat of Kataka village.
Here you can discover what makes Kataka unique in its vibrant Chunar-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Kataka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kataka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kataka is 212508. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.8 hectares. Chunar is nearest town to Kataka village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kataka
Population of Kataka
According to the 2011 Census, Kataka has a total population of about 904, with approximately 462 males and 442 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 237 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.96%, with male literacy at about 65.80% and female literacy near 51.81%. There are around 138 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kataka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 904 | 462 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 91 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 122 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 533 | 304 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 158 | 213 |
Connectivity of Kataka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kataka. As per the 2011 stats, Kataka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kataka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kataka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kataka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kataka
- Where is Kataka located?
- Kataka village is situated in Chunar Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kataka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kataka is Parshurampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kataka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kataka is 904, with 462 males and 442 females.
- How many households are there in Kataka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kataka village has a total of 138 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kataka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kataka is 58.96%. The male literacy rate is 65.80%, while the female literacy rate is 51.81%.