Katha

Katha is a village located in Rajgir subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Rajgir (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Pathroura is the gram panchayat of Katha village.

Katha has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Katha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katha is 245028. The village spans a total geographical area of 197 hectares. Rajgir is nearest town to Katha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Katha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,566 838 728
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 327 179 148
Scheduled Castes (SC) 527 282 245
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 630 362 268
Illiterate Population 936 476 460

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

  • The total population of Katha village is around 1,566, including approximately 838 males and 728 females, with a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 327 children aged 0–6 years in Katha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katha village has 527 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Katha village is about 40.23%, with male literacy at 43.20% and female literacy at 36.81%.
  • There are around 259 households in Katha village.

Connectivity of Katha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katha. As per the 2011 stats, Katha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Katha

Knowing the nearby villages of Katha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katha.

Chak Bhui Khaira Salaru Milki Chandaura Majaitha Ujarpur Hansrajpur Rasalpur Lahuar Birchait Siwan

Frequently Asked Questions about Katha

Where is Katha located?
Katha village is situated in Rajgir Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katha?
The Gram Panchayat of Katha is Pathroura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Katha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katha is 1,566, with 838 males and 728 females.
How many households are there in Katha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katha village has a total of 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katha is 40.23%. The male literacy rate is 43.20%, while the female literacy rate is 36.81%.