Katpura - Puranpur, Pilibhit
Katpura is a village situated in the Puranpur tehsil of Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puranpur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Pilibhit. Bhopatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katpura is 132269. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.72 hectares and falls under the 262122 pincode. Pilibhit is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Katpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barkhera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katpura
As per Census 2011, Katpura village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 229 males and 261 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,139 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 229 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 163 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 66 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Katpura
Katpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhopatpur | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Chaturbhojpur | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Manpur T. Madho Tanda | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Udaikaranpur | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Luktiayi | East | 2.51 km |
| Sisaiya | West | 2.55 km |
| Shahgarh | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Karnapur | North | 2.68 km |
| Amritpur T. Madho Tanda | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Pipria Karam | South | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katpura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Katpura. The nearest railway station is Shahgarh, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.4 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pilibhit to Katpura is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pilibhit to Katpura is about 28 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 Katpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katpura 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 Katpura
Where is Katpura located?
Katpura village is located in Puranpur Tehsil, Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Katpura is Bhopatpur.
What is the pincode of Katpura?
The pincode of Katpura is 262122.
What is the population of Katpura?
Katpura has a total population of 490, including 229 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Katpura?
There are 90 households in Katpura.
What is the literacy rate in Katpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katpura is 62.86%. Male literacy is 71.18% and female literacy is 55.56%.