Katkihari - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Katkihari is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 41.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Chaloon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katkihari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katkihari is 310697. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.29 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Katkihari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katkihari
According to the 2011 Census, Katkihari village had a total population of 640 people, including 326 males and 314 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.85%, with male literacy at 82.31% and female literacy at 81.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 111.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 326 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 51 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 228 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 98 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Katkihari
Katkihari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Katkihari
Katkihari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Katkihari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Katkihari is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Katkihari is about 41.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katkihari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katkihari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katkihari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katkihari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katkihari
Where is Katkihari located?
Katkihari village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katkihari?
The Gram Panchayat of Katkihari is Chaloon.
What is the pincode of Katkihari?
The pincode of Katkihari is 733140.
What is the population of Katkihari?
Katkihari had a total population of 640, including 326 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Katkihari?
Katkihari had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katkihari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katkihari was 81.85%. Male literacy was 82.31% and female literacy was 81.39%.