Village code 217560

Katkenwa Village, Adapur Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Katkenwa is a village in Adapur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purba Champaran district, Bihar. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Katkenwa village map in Bihar
Katkenwa village map image for Adapur Block, Bihar.

Village Overview

Katkenwa is a village in Adapur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purba Champaran district, Bihar. For Katkenwa, the population is 2,549, PIN code is 845302 and Census village code is 217560. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Katkenwa village
Village code217560
PIN code845302
Population2,549
Households467
Area322.70 ha / 3.23 sq. km / 797 acres
Population density790 people per sq. km
Sex ratio850 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townRaxaul (10 km)
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtPurba Champaran
Census 2011 districtPurba Champaran

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 845302. This helps users verify the postal area for Katkenwa, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Katkenwa village
PIN code845302
Post offices linked with this PINChauradano SO, Barawa BO, Bella Champaran BO, Chanari BO, Darpa BO, and Ekdari BO
Best matching post officeChauradano SO (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtPurbi Champaran
Postal stateBihar
Postal divisionEast Champaran Division
Postal circleBihar Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Katkenwa comes under Dubha gram panchayat and Adapur C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Adapur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Adapur at 4 km. The Census district headquarters, Motihari, is 50 km away.

Administrative details for Katkenwa
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtPurba Champaran
Census 2011 districtPurba Champaran
State code10
District code204
Block / Census sub-district code1032
Gram panchayat code0014
C.D. Block code20
Block panchayat code20

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Katkenwa village and its household count.

Total population

2,549 residents in 467 households

Male population

1,378

Female population

1,171

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 358; Scheduled Tribes: 1

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Katkenwa
ASHA workerAvailable
Medicine shop1

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Katkenwa
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Katkenwa
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power6 hours per day
Winter domestic power6 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Katkenwa
Net area sown311.50 hectares
Irrigated area115.60 hectares
Unirrigated area195.90 hectares
Canal irrigated area67.20 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area40.40 hectares
Non-agricultural area6.80 hectares
Main cropPaddy

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Katkenwa
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bhawnari, 5-10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Ramgarwa, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Katkenwa

Raxaul (10 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Adapur is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Katkenwa
Nearest major townRaxaul (10 km)
Block headquartersAdapur (4 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Katkenwa. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Katkenwa
Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree2
Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop1
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Pucca Drainage Covered with Tiles SlabsAvailable
Open Pucca Drainage UncoveredAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Katkenwa village located?

Katkenwa is located in Adapur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Purba Champaran.

Which Block is Katkenwa in?

Katkenwa is in Adapur Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Katkenwa in?

District: Purba Champaran.

What is the village code of Katkenwa?

The Census village code of Katkenwa is 217560.

What is the PIN code of Katkenwa?

The PIN code reported for Katkenwa is 845302.

What is the population of Katkenwa?

Katkenwa has 2,549 residents in 467 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Katkenwa part of?

Katkenwa comes under Dubha gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Katkenwa?

The nearest statutory town to Katkenwa is Raxaul (10 km).

Which crops are grown in Katkenwa?

The main crops reported for Katkenwa are Paddy.

What land-use details are available for Katkenwa?

Land-use details for Katkenwa include net area sown: 311.50 hectares, irrigated area: 115.60 hectares, and unirrigated area: 195.90 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Katkenwa?

Government primary school status for Katkenwa is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Katkenwa?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Katkenwa?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Katkenwa?

The total geographical area of Katkenwa is 322.70 hectares.

How many households are in Katkenwa?

Katkenwa has 467 households as per Census 2011.

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