Katkihari

Katkihari is a village located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 41.4km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Chaloon is the gram panchayat of Katkihari village.

Katkihari has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katkihari

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katkihari is 310697. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733140. Gangarampur is nearest town to Katkihari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Katkihari 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 Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Katkihari

Below is a concise population overview of Katkihari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 640 326 314
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 89 49 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 111 51 60
Literate Population 451 228 223
Illiterate Population 189 98 91

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katkihari village:

  • The total population of Katkihari village is around 640, including approximately 326 males and 314 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Katkihari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katkihari village has 111 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katkihari village is about 70.47%, with male literacy at 69.94% and female literacy at 71.02%.
  • There are around 143 households in Katkihari village.

Connectivity of Katkihari

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Katkihari

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

Banihari Madhya Raghunathpur Janchi Chakshri Mathurapur Chhilimpur Sahara Antal Tousi Ratinathpur Kumargara

Frequently Asked Questions about Katkihari

Where is Katkihari located?
Katkihari village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katkihari?
The Gram Panchayat of Katkihari is Chaloon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katkihari?
The pincode of Katkihari is 733140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katkihari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katkihari is 640, with 326 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Katkihari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katkihari village has a total of 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkihari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katkihari is 70.47%. The male literacy rate is 69.94%, while the female literacy rate is 71.02%.