Jaychandpur Katghara - Ikauna, Shrawasti
Jaychandpur Katghara is a village situated in the Ikauna tehsil of Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ikauna and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhinga. Jaychandpur Katghara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaychandpur Katghara is 173090. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.35 hectares and falls under the 271835 pincode. Ikauna is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Jaychandpur Katghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrawasti Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jaychandpur Katghara
As per Census 2011, Jaychandpur Katghara village has a total population of 4,101 people, consisting of 2,162 males and 1,939 females. The village has 684 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 671 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,018 literate and 2,083 illiterate residents. Additionally, 564 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaychandpur Katghara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,101 | 2,162 | 1,939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 671 | 382 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 303 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 2,018 | 1,292 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,083 | 870 | 1,213 |
Nearby Villages of Jaychandpur Katghara
Jaychandpur Katghara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahadeo Jagdish | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Padri | South | 2.30 km |
| Parsaura Mafi | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Sarvann Tara | North | 2.44 km |
| Parsiya Pandit | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Ray Deeh | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Tendwa Mahant | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Godari | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Sonrai | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Rajapur Khurd | West | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaychandpur Katghara
Jaychandpur Katghara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Payagpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ikauna to Jaychandpur Katghara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhinga to Jaychandpur Katghara is about 40 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 Jaychandpur Katghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaychandpur Katghara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaychandpur Katghara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaychandpur Katghara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jaychandpur Katghara
Where is Jaychandpur Katghara located?
Jaychandpur Katghara village is located in Ikauna Tehsil, Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaychandpur Katghara?
Jaychandpur Katghara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaychandpur Katghara?
The pincode of Jaychandpur Katghara is 271835.
What is the population of Jaychandpur Katghara?
Jaychandpur Katghara has a total population of 4,101, including 2,162 males and 1,939 females.
How many households are there in Jaychandpur Katghara?
There are 684 households in Jaychandpur Katghara.
What is the literacy rate in Jaychandpur Katghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaychandpur Katghara is 49.21%. Male literacy is 59.76% and female literacy is 37.44%.