Katrail - Tapan, Dakshin Dinajpur
Katrail is a village situated in the Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Gurail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katrail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katrail is 311587. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.76 hectares and falls under the 733142 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Katrail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katrail
According to the 2011 Census, Katrail village had a total population of 1,118 people, including 569 males and 549 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.11%, with male literacy at 44.59% and female literacy at 37.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 1,118 | 569 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 107 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 206 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 363 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Katrail
Katrail 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 Katrail
Katrail is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Katrail is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katrail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katrail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katrail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katrail 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katrail
Where is Katrail located?
Katrail village is located in Tapan Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katrail?
The Gram Panchayat of Katrail is Gurail.
What is the pincode of Katrail?
The pincode of Katrail is 733142.
What is the population of Katrail?
Katrail had a total population of 1,118, including 569 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Katrail?
Katrail had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katrail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katrail was 41.11%. Male literacy was 44.59% and female literacy was 37.58%.