Katkihari
About Katkihari
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Katkihari village is 310697. Katkihari village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 57.29 hectares. Katkihari has a total population of 640 peoples, out of which male population is 326 while female population is 314. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 963 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of katkihari village is 70.47% out of which 69.94% males and 71.02% females are literate. There are about 143 houses in katkihari village. Pincode of katkihari village locality is 733140.
When it comes to administration, Katkihari 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, Katkihari village comes under Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to katkihari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
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Population of Katkihari
The population details of Katkihari 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 | 640 | 326 | 314 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 111 | 51 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 228 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 98 | 91 |
Connectivity of Katkihari
| 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 |
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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%.