Kathuri - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Kathuri is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Kathuri-monkola Saildhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathuri is 281824. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.85 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kathuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathuri
According to the 2011 Census, Kathuri village had a total population of 3,775 people, including 1,910 males and 1,865 females, living in 640 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.56%, with male literacy at 62.95% and female literacy at 49.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 3,775 | 1,910 | 1,865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 773 | 385 | 388 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,698 | 960 | 738 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,077 | 950 | 1,127 |
Nearby Villages of Kathuri
Kathuri 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 Kathuri
Kathuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Kathuri is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Kathuri is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathuri
Where is Kathuri located?
Kathuri village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathuri is Kathuri-monkola Saildhara.
What is the pincode of Kathuri?
The pincode of Kathuri is 783120.
What is the population of Kathuri?
Kathuri had a total population of 3,775, including 1,910 males and 1,865 females.
How many households are there in Kathuri?
Kathuri had 640 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathuri was 56.56%. Male literacy was 62.95% and female literacy was 49.97%.