Katatair - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Katatair is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 46.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Sukdevpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katatair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katatair is 310591. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.34 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katatair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katatair
As per Census 2011, Katatair village has a total population of 3,020 people, consisting of 1,588 males and 1,432 females. The village has 710 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,671 literate and 1,349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,936 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 251 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katatair are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,020 | 1,588 | 1,432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 218 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,936 | 1,023 | 913 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 126 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 1,671 | 967 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,349 | 621 | 728 |
Nearby Villages of Katatair
Katatair 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naodapara | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Bhoral | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Khayerban | South | 1.96 km |
| Mahurkismat | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Zafarpur | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Shukdebpur | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Jahangirpur | East | 2.64 km |
| Ilamtair | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Haridaspur | East | 2.82 km |
| Debipur | South | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katatair
Katatair is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Katatair is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Katatair is about 46.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katatair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katatair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katatair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katatair village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katatair
Where is Katatair located?
Katatair village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katatair?
The Gram Panchayat of Katatair is Sukdevpur.
What is the pincode of Katatair?
The pincode of Katatair is 733124.
What is the population of Katatair?
Katatair has a total population of 3,020, including 1,588 males and 1,432 females.
How many households are there in Katatair?
There are 710 households in Katatair.
What is the literacy rate in Katatair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katatair is 55.33%. Male literacy is 60.89% and female literacy is 49.16%.