Katahana - Naugarh, Siddharthnagar
Katahana is a village situated in the Naugarh tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugarh and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Katahana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katahana is 176553. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.9 hectares and falls under the 272204 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katahana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapilvastu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katahana
As per Census 2011, Katahana village has a total population of 1,299 people, consisting of 670 males and 629 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 835 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 459 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katahana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,299 | 670 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 96 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 230 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 835 | 513 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 157 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Katahana
Katahana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paliya Tekdhar | North-East | 0.83 km |
| Mehadiya | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Mahadewa Raja | South | 0.89 km |
| Nipaniya | West | 1.15 km |
| Sasana | North | 1.25 km |
| Khargaura | East | 1.34 km |
| Isamaili | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Bakurahna | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Sahi | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Paliya Nidhi | North-East | 1.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katahana
Katahana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ahirauli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Siddharthnagar to Katahana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Katahana is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katahana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katahana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katahana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katahana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Katahana
Where is Katahana located?
Katahana village is located in Naugarh Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katahana?
Katahana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katahana?
The pincode of Katahana is 272204.
What is the population of Katahana?
Katahana has a total population of 1,299, including 670 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Katahana?
There are 202 households in Katahana.
What is the literacy rate in Katahana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katahana is 64.28%. Male literacy is 76.57% and female literacy is 51.19%.