Katgaon

Katgaon is a village located in Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Chopra (tehsildar office) and 109km away from district headquarter Raiganj. As per 2009 stats, Lakhipur is the gram panchayat of Katgaon village.

Katgaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katgaon is 308902. The village spans a total geographical area of 275.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733207. Islampur is nearest town to Katgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Katgaon

Below is a concise population overview of Katgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,611 1,355 1,256
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 543 273 270
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,068 641 427
Illiterate Population 1,543 714 829

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katgaon village:

  • The total population of Katgaon village is around 2,611, including approximately 1,355 males and 1,256 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 543 children aged 0–6 years in Katgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Katgaon village is about 40.90%, with male literacy at 47.31% and female literacy at 34.00%.
  • There are around 485 households in Katgaon village.

Connectivity of Katgaon

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

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

Nearby Villages of Katgaon

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

Dhiaghar Lalitgachh Hulasugachh Rahugachh Purbba Chutiakhor Tetesari Piajpokhar Shitalgaon Rampur Uttar Mohangachh Dakshin Mohangachh

Frequently Asked Questions about Katgaon

Where is Katgaon located?
Katgaon village is situated in Chopra Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Katgaon is Lakhipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katgaon?
The pincode of Katgaon is 733207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katgaon is 2,611, with 1,355 males and 1,256 females.
How many households are there in Katgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katgaon village has a total of 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katgaon is 40.90%. The male literacy rate is 47.31%, while the female literacy rate is 34.00%.