Katia - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Katia is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.3 km from Baduria. Aturia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katia is 323496. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.45 hectares and falls under the 743427 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baduria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katia
As per Census 2011, Katia village has a total population of 6,450 people, consisting of 3,292 males and 3,158 females. The village has 1,561 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 688 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,899 literate and 1,551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,450 | 3,292 | 3,158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 688 | 370 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,899 | 2,573 | 2,326 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,551 | 719 | 832 |
Nearby Villages of Katia
Katia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kefayetkati | South | 0.77 km |
| Belgaria | West | 1.44 km |
| Gandharbbapur | South | 2.02 km |
| Aturia | North | 2.12 km |
| Palta | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Bakra Chandirbaor | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Piyara | South | 2.61 km |
| Sayestanagar | East | 2.74 km |
| Bajitpur | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Magurali | East | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katia
Katia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bhyabla Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baduria to Katia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katia 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 Katia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katia
Where is Katia located?
Katia village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katia?
The Gram Panchayat of Katia is Aturia.
What is the pincode of Katia?
The pincode of Katia is 743427.
What is the population of Katia?
Katia has a total population of 6,450, including 3,292 males and 3,158 females.
How many households are there in Katia?
There are 1,561 households in Katia.
What is the literacy rate in Katia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katia is 75.95%. Male literacy is 78.16% and female literacy is 73.65%.