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.

Kathwan has its own place in the vibrant Banka 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 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.

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Population of Kathwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kathwan village is around 2,692, including approximately 1,405 males and 1,287 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 480 children aged 0–6 years in Kathwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kathwan village has 1,149 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kathwan village is about 61.03%, with male literacy at 68.68% and female literacy at 52.68%.
  • There are around 544 households in Kathwan village.

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)
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%.