Katra - Bara, Prayagraj
Katra is a village situated in the Bara tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Bara and around 47 km from Allahabad. Chakautha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katra is 162175. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.75 hectares and falls under the 212106 pincode. Alld is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Katra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Katra
Katra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nari Bari | North | 0.76 km |
| Lohra | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Chaukhata | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Jhajhara Chaube | West | 1.68 km |
| Khojwa Baid | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Deori Bargahi | East | 2.21 km |
| Surwal Chandel | North | 2.37 km |
| Surwalchand Puriya | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Mawaiya Kalan | East | 2.81 km |
| Hinauti Lunder | North-West | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katra
Public transport in the Katra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shankargarh, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alld to Katra is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Katra is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katra
Where is Katra located?
Katra village is located in Bara Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katra?
The Gram Panchayat of Katra is Chakautha.
What is the pincode of Katra?
The pincode of Katra is 212106.