Katapukharia - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Katapukharia is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.9 km from Sarisha and around 39.3 km from Alipore. Sarisa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katapukharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katapukharia is 334490. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.56 hectares and falls under the 743368 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Katapukharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katapukharia
According to the 2011 Census, Katapukharia village had a total population of 447 people, including 224 males and 223 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.04%, with male literacy at 90.59% and female literacy at 75.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 442.
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 | 447 | 224 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 223 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 183 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 41 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Katapukharia
Katapukharia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Katapukharia
Katapukharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Katapukharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Katapukharia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Katapukharia is about 39.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katapukharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katapukharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katapukharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katapukharia 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katapukharia
Where is Katapukharia located?
Katapukharia village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katapukharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Katapukharia is Sarisa.
What is the pincode of Katapukharia?
The pincode of Katapukharia is 743368.
What is the population of Katapukharia?
Katapukharia had a total population of 447, including 224 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Katapukharia?
Katapukharia had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katapukharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katapukharia was 83.04%. Male literacy was 90.59% and female literacy was 75.13%.