Katalia - Berhampore, Murshidabad
Katalia is a village situated in the Berhampore subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Satui Chaurigachha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katalia is 315338. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.59 hectares and falls under the 742405 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Katalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baharampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katalia
According to the 2011 Census, Katalia village had a total population of 4,198 people, including 2,181 males and 2,017 females, living in 950 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.70%, with male literacy at 77.46% and female literacy at 67.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 480.
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 | 4,198 | 2,181 | 2,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 586 | 300 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 241 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,626 | 1,457 | 1,169 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,572 | 724 | 848 |
Nearby Villages of Katalia
Katalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Chhiruti | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Basabari | South | 1.64 km |
| Dakshin Hijal | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Kodla | North | 1.88 km |
| Uttar Hijal | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Char Bhabanandapur | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Bhabanandapur | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Chak Katalia | East | 2.34 km |
| Char Kudla | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Chhiruti | North | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katalia
Katalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kanthaliya Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampore to Katalia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katalia
Where is Katalia located?
Katalia village is located in Berhampore Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Katalia is Satui Chaurigachha.
What is the pincode of Katalia?
The pincode of Katalia is 742405.
What is the population of Katalia?
Katalia had a total population of 4,198, including 2,181 males and 2,017 females.
How many households are there in Katalia?
Katalia had 950 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katalia was 72.70%. Male literacy was 77.46% and female literacy was 67.53%.