Katharra - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Katharra is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Katra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katharra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katharra is 055998. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.42 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Katharra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katharra
According to the 2011 Census, Katharra village had a total population of 2,743 people, including 1,449 males and 1,294 females, living in 506 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.39%, with male literacy at 62.35% and female literacy at 37.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,743 | 1,449 | 1,294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 243 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 59 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,156 | 752 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,587 | 697 | 890 |
Nearby Villages of Katharra
Katharra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Katharra
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Katharra. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Katharra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kichha to Katharra is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Katharra is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katharra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katharra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katharra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katharra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katharra
Where is Katharra located?
Katharra village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katharra?
The Gram Panchayat of Katharra is Katra.
What is the pincode of Katharra?
The pincode of Katharra is 263148.
What is the population of Katharra?
Katharra had a total population of 2,743, including 1,449 males and 1,294 females.
How many households are there in Katharra?
Katharra had 506 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katharra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katharra was 50.39%. Male literacy was 62.35% and female literacy was 37.13%.