Kathraw - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Kathraw is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Jamunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathraw village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathraw is 216442. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.3 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kathraw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kathraw
As per Census 2011, Kathraw village has a total population of 1,614 people, consisting of 806 males and 808 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 809 literate and 805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathraw are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,614 | 806 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 158 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 84 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,132 | 570 | 562 |
| Literate Population | 809 | 482 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 324 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Kathraw
Kathraw is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanauji | South | 1.27 km |
| Bendauli | North | 1.29 km |
| Genharia | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Kehunia Dih | West | 2.17 km |
| Araria | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Bahuarwa | South | 2.67 km |
| Ratanpurwa | North | 2.80 km |
| Banspur | South | 2.81 km |
| Sisai | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Kauaha | West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kathraw
Kathraw is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gawnaha, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.
| 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 Narkatiyaganj to Kathraw is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Kathraw is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathraw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathraw village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kathraw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathraw village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kathraw
Where is Kathraw located?
Kathraw village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathraw?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathraw is Jamunia.
What is the pincode of Kathraw?
The pincode of Kathraw is 845455.
What is the population of Kathraw?
Kathraw has a total population of 1,614, including 806 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Kathraw?
There are 267 households in Kathraw.
What is the literacy rate in Kathraw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathraw is 50.12%. Male literacy is 59.80% and female literacy is 40.47%.