Katgara - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Katgara is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from Dhaniakhali and around 41.8 km from Chinsura. Gudubari-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katgara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katgara is 324543. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.34 hectares and falls under the 712308 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Katgara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katgara
As per Census 2011, Katgara village has a total population of 1,431 people, consisting of 736 males and 695 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 787 literate and 644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 765 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katgara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,431 | 736 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 80 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 765 | 386 | 379 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 444 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 292 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Katgara
Katgara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hridayrampur | South-East | 0.90 km |
| Khanpur | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Maharampur | South | 1.21 km |
| Balidanga | North | 1.45 km |
| Raghabindubati | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Baidyapur | East | 1.74 km |
| Narayanpur | West | 1.84 km |
| Mahishgaria | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Kashipur | South | 2.09 km |
| Chaughata | North | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katgara
Katgara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gurap, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Katgara is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Katgara is about 41.8 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 Katgara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katgara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katgara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katgara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katgara
Where is Katgara located?
Katgara village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katgara?
The Gram Panchayat of Katgara is Gudubari-ii.
What is the pincode of Katgara?
The pincode of Katgara is 712308.
What is the population of Katgara?
Katgara has a total population of 1,431, including 736 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Katgara?
There are 365 households in Katgara.
What is the literacy rate in Katgara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katgara is 55.00%. Male literacy is 60.33% and female literacy is 49.35%.