Kathwan
Kathwan is a village located in Rajaun subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Rajaun (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Bhawanipur Kathoun is the gram panchayat of Kathwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kathwan unique in its vibrant Rajaun-Banka region. You’ll see Kathwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kathwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathwan is 240898. The village spans a total geographical area of 372 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 813107. Banka is nearest town to Kathwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kathwan
Population of Kathwan
According to the 2011 Census, Kathwan has a total population of about 2,692, with approximately 1,405 males and 1,287 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 480 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,149 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.03%, with male literacy at about 68.68% and female literacy near 52.68%. There are around 544 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kathwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,692 | 1,405 | 1,287 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 240 | 240 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,149 | 595 | 554 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,643 | 965 | 678 |
Illiterate Population | 1,049 | 440 | 609 |
Connectivity of Kathwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kathwan. As per the 2011 stats, Kathwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kathwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kathwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kathwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kathwan
- Where is Kathwan located?
- Kathwan village is situated in Rajaun Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kathwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kathwan is Bhawanipur Kathoun (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kathwan?
- The pincode of Kathwan is 813107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kathwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathwan is 2,692, with 1,405 males and 1,287 females.
- How many households are there in Kathwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kathwan village has a total of 544 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kathwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathwan is 61.03%. The male literacy rate is 68.68%, while the female literacy rate is 52.68%.