Katherwa - Chunar, Mirzapur
Katherwa is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Katherwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katherwa is 212384. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.61 hectares and falls under the 231306 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Katherwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katherwa
According to the 2011 Census, Katherwa village had a total population of 985 people, including 503 males and 482 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.70%, with male literacy at 87.24% and female literacy at 76.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 985 | 503 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 72 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 376 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 127 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Katherwa
Katherwa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Katherwa
Public transport in the Katherwa is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Katherwa.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Katherwa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Katherwa is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katherwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katherwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katherwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katherwa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katherwa
Where is Katherwa located?
Katherwa village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katherwa?
Katherwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katherwa?
The pincode of Katherwa is 231306.
What is the population of Katherwa?
Katherwa had a total population of 985, including 503 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Katherwa?
Katherwa had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katherwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katherwa was 81.70%. Male literacy was 87.24% and female literacy was 76.11%.