Katna
About Katna
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Katna village is 311159. Katna village is located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.9km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Katna village. As per 2009 stats, Chakvrigu is the gram panchayat of Katna village.
The total geographical area of village is 50.4 hectares. Katna has a total population of 507 peoples, out of which male population is 264 while female population is 243. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 920 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of katna village is 59.17% out of which 66.67% males and 51.03% females are literate. There are about 133 houses in katna village. Pincode of katna village locality is 733141.
When it comes to administration, Katna village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Katna village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balurghat is nearest town to katna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Katna
The population details of Katna cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 507 | 264 | 243 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 62 | 27 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 394 | 209 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 176 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 88 | 119 |
Connectivity of Katna
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Katna
Where is Katna located?
Katna village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katna?
The Gram Panchayat of Katna is Chakvrigu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katna?
The pincode of Katna is 733141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katna is 507, with 264 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Katna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katna village has a total of 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katna is 59.17%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 51.03%.