Katia

Katia is a village located in Baduria subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.3km away from sub-district headquarter Baduria. Barasat is the district headquarter of Katia village. As per 2009 stats, Aturia is the gram panchayat of Katia village.

Here you can discover what makes Katia unique in its vibrant Baduria-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Katia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Katia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katia is 323496. The village spans a total geographical area of 255.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743427. Baduria is nearest town to Katia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Katia 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 Baduria Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Katia

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Population of Katia

According to the 2011 Census, Katia has a total population of about 6,450, with approximately 3,292 males and 3,158 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 688 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.95%, with male literacy at about 78.16% and female literacy near 73.65%. There are around 1,561 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Connectivity of Katia

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

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

Nearby Villages of Katia

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Katia

Where is Katia located?
Katia village is situated in Baduria Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katia?
The Gram Panchayat of Katia is Aturia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katia?
The pincode of Katia is 743427, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katia is 6,450, with 3,292 males and 3,158 females.
How many households are there in Katia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katia village has a total of 1,561 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katia is 75.95%. The male literacy rate is 78.16%, while the female literacy rate is 73.65%.