Katrail

Katrail is a village located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.9km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Katrail village. As per 2009 stats, Gurail is the gram panchayat of Katrail village.

Katrail 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 Katrail

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katrail is 311587. The village spans a total geographical area of 114.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733142. Gangarampur is nearest town to Katrail village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

When it comes to local governance, Katrail 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 Gangarampur 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 Katrail

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,118 569 549
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 201 107 94
Scheduled Castes (SC) 69 37 32
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 377 206 171
Illiterate Population 741 363 378

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

  • The total population of Katrail village is around 1,118, including approximately 569 males and 549 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Katrail village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katrail village has 69 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Katrail village is about 33.72%, with male literacy at 36.20% and female literacy at 31.15%.
  • There are around 254 households in Katrail village.

Connectivity of Katrail

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

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

Nearby Villages of Katrail

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Katrail

Where is Katrail located?
Katrail village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katrail?
The Gram Panchayat of Katrail is Gurail (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katrail?
The pincode of Katrail is 733142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katrail as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katrail is 1,118, with 569 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Katrail as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katrail village has a total of 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katrail as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katrail is 33.72%. The male literacy rate is 36.20%, while the female literacy rate is 31.15%.