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
As per Census 2011, Katrail village has a total population of 1,118 people, consisting of 569 males and 549 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 377 literate and 741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katrail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,118 | 569 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 107 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,118, including 569 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Katrail?
There are 254 households in Katrail.
What is the literacy rate in Katrail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katrail is 33.72%. Male literacy is 36.20% and female literacy is 31.15%.