Katnar

Katnar is a village located in Bankura Ii subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kesekol. Bankura is the district headquarter of Katnar village. As per 2009 stats, Bikna is the gram panchayat of Katnar village.

Here you can discover what makes Katnar unique in its vibrant Bankura Ii-Bankura region. You’ll see Katnar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Katnar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katnar is 327102. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722180. Bankura is nearest town to Katnar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Katnar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Onda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Katnar

Population of Katnar

According to the 2011 Census, Katnar has a total population of about 706, with approximately 362 males and 344 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.78%, with male literacy at about 80.94% and female literacy near 70.35%. There are around 137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katnar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Katnar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katnar. As per the 2011 stats, Katnar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Katnar

Knowing the nearby villages of Katnar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katnar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Katnar