Kathaur - Sangrampur, Munger
Kathaur is a village situated in the Sangrampur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangrampur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Durgapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathaur is 243291. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 813212 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kathaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kathaur
As per Census 2011, Kathaur village has a total population of 1,221 people, consisting of 616 males and 605 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 428 literate and 793 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,221 | 616 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 93 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 162 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 247 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 793 | 369 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Kathaur
Kathaur 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 Kathaur
Kathaur 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Kathaur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Kathaur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathaur
Where is Kathaur located?
Kathaur village is located in Sangrampur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathaur is Durgapur.
What is the pincode of Kathaur?
The pincode of Kathaur is 813212.
What is the population of Kathaur?
Kathaur has a total population of 1,221, including 616 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Kathaur?
There are 217 households in Kathaur.
What is the literacy rate in Kathaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathaur is 35.05%. Male literacy is 40.10% and female literacy is 29.92%.