Katka Village - Naugarh, Siddharthnagar
Katka is a village situated in the Naugarh tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. Katki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katka is 176792. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.18 hectares and falls under the 272208 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town.
Katka 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 Katka
As per Census 2011, Katka village has a total population of 348 people, consisting of 179 males and 169 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katka are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 348 | 179 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 127 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 52 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Katka
Katka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madar Hana | North-East | 0.82 km |
| Kataki | North | 0.88 km |
| Madhawapur | West | 0.89 km |
| Daijoli | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Pipara | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Madan Pur | South | 1.28 km |
| Khutawa | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Panditpur | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Churihari | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Gaura | East | 1.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katka
Katka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Uska Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 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 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Katka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katka 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 Katka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katka 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 Katka
Where is Katka located?
Katka village is located in Naugarh Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katka?
The Gram Panchayat of Katka is Katki.
What is the pincode of Katka?
The pincode of Katka is 272208.
What is the population of Katka?
Katka has a total population of 348, including 179 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Katka?
There are 72 households in Katka.
What is the literacy rate in Katka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katka is 64.08%. Male literacy is 70.95% and female literacy is 56.80%.