Katha

Katha is a village located in Mehsi subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mehsi (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Katahan is the gram panchayat of Katha village.

Katha has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran 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 218721. The village spans a total geographical area of 368 hectares. Mehsi is nearest town to Katha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km 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 7,487 4,015 3,472
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,520 786 734
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,313 691 622
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,797 1,822 975
Illiterate Population 4,690 2,193 2,497

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

  • The total population of Katha village is around 7,487, including approximately 4,015 males and 3,472 females, with a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,520 children aged 0–6 years in Katha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katha village has 1,313 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Katha village is about 37.36%, with male literacy at 45.38% and female literacy at 28.08%.
  • There are around 1,580 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 5 - 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 Saiyad Mahmud Chak Fatehullah Chak Rasul Chak Lahuran Chintamanpur Imilia Bhimalpur Mithanpura Mithanpur Nand Lal Tajpur Bara

Frequently Asked Questions about Katha

Where is Katha located?
Katha village is situated in Mehsi Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katha?
The Gram Panchayat of Katha is Katahan (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 7,487, with 4,015 males and 3,472 females.
How many households are there in Katha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katha village has a total of 1,580 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katha is 37.36%. The male literacy rate is 45.38%, while the female literacy rate is 28.08%.