Katghara - Kadipur, Sultanpur
Katghara is a village situated in the Kadipur tehsil of Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadipur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Sultanpur. Katghara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katghara is 171095. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.41 hectares and falls under the 228145 pincode. Dostpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
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 Kadipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sultanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katghara
As per Census 2011, Katghara village has a total population of 939 people, consisting of 495 males and 444 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 616 literate and 323 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katghara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 | 495 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 364 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 131 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Katghara
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bibipur Rahati | North | 0.90 km |
| Rohiyawa | East | 1.05 km |
| Jalapur Rohiyawan | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Gangapur | East | 1.32 km |
| Jalalpur Bakhra | West | 1.60 km |
| Tenduwakazi | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Kumhi | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Bahorapur | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Sarsawan | North | 2.07 km |
| Hamjapur | North | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katghara
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Katghara. The nearest railway station is Malipur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.2 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 Dostpur to Katghara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sultanpur to Katghara is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Katghara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katghara
Where is Katghara located?
Katghara village is located in Kadipur Tehsil, Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katghara?
Katghara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katghara?
The pincode of Katghara is 228145.
What is the population of Katghara?
Katghara has a total population of 939, including 495 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Katghara?
There are 118 households in Katghara.
What is the literacy rate in Katghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katghara is 65.60%. Male literacy is 73.54% and female literacy is 56.76%.