Katnapara - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Katnapara is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 32.8 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Samjia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katnapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katnapara is 310785. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Katnapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katnapara
According to the 2011 Census, Katnapara village had a total population of 202 people, including 99 males and 103 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.75%, with male literacy at 69.05% and female literacy at 68.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 202 | 99 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 58 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 41 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Katnapara
Katnapara 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 Katnapara
Katnapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Katnapara is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Katnapara is about 32.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katnapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katnapara 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 Katnapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katnapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katnapara
Where is Katnapara located?
Katnapara village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katnapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Katnapara is Samjia.
What is the pincode of Katnapara?
The pincode of Katnapara is 733141.
What is the population of Katnapara?
Katnapara had a total population of 202, including 99 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Katnapara?
Katnapara had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katnapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katnapara was 68.75%. Male literacy was 69.05% and female literacy was 68.48%.