Kathrai - Rajpur, Buxar
Kathrai is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Kaithhar Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathrai is 248625. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.4 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kathrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kathrai
According to the 2011 Census, Kathrai village had a total population of 1,842 people, including 948 males and 894 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.22%, with male literacy at 84.97% and female literacy at 68.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 335.
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 | 1,842 | 948 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 123 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 168 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,220 | 701 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 247 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Kathrai
Kathrai 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 Kathrai
Kathrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Buxar to Kathrai is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kathrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kathrai
Where is Kathrai located?
Kathrai village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathrai is Kaithhar Kala.
What is the pincode of Kathrai?
The pincode of Kathrai is 802122.
What is the population of Kathrai?
Kathrai had a total population of 1,842, including 948 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Kathrai?
Kathrai had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathrai was 77.22%. Male literacy was 84.97% and female literacy was 68.74%.