Katura
About Katura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Katura village is 323168. Katura village is located in Barasat I subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.6km away from sub-district headquarter Chhota Jagulia (tehsildar office) and 5.3km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Ichhapur Nilganj is the gram panchayat of Katura village.
The total geographical area of village is 78.07 hectares. Katura has a total population of 1,118 peoples, out of which male population is 580 while female population is 538. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 927 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of katura village is 66.91% out of which 69.48% males and 64.13% females are literate. There are about 237 houses in katura village. Pincode of katura village locality is 700128.
When it comes to administration, Katura village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Katura village comes under Madhyamgram Vidhan Sabha constituency & Barasat Lok Sabha constituency. Barasat is nearest town to katura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Katura
The population details of Katura cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,118 | 580 | 538 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 748 | 403 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 177 | 193 |
Connectivity of Katura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Katura
Where is Katura located?
Katura village is situated in Barasat I Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katura?
The Gram Panchayat of Katura is Ichhapur Nilganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katura?
The pincode of Katura is 700128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katura is 1,118, with 580 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Katura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katura village has a total of 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katura is 66.91%. The male literacy rate is 69.48%, while the female literacy rate is 64.13%.