Katgara

Katgara is a village located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.1km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 41.8km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Gudubari Ii is the gram panchayat of Katgara village.

Katgara has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Katgara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katgara is 324543. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712308. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Katgara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Katgara 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 Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly 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 Katgara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Katgara village is around 1,431, including approximately 736 males and 695 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 164 children aged 0–6 years in Katgara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katgara village has 765 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 59 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katgara village is about 55.00%, with male literacy at 60.33% and female literacy at 49.35%.
  • There are around 365 households in Katgara village.

Connectivity of Katgara

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

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

Nearby Villages of Katgara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Katgara

Where is Katgara located?
Katgara village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katgara?
The Gram Panchayat of Katgara is Gudubari Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katgara?
The pincode of Katgara is 712308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katgara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katgara is 1,431, with 736 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Katgara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katgara village has a total of 365 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katgara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katgara is 55.00%. The male literacy rate is 60.33%, while the female literacy rate is 49.35%.