Kathua
Kathua is a village located in Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Purnia East (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Rajiganj is the gram panchayat of Kathua village.
Kathua has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Kathua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathua is 223508. The village spans a total geographical area of 334 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Kathua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kathua
Population of Kathua
Below is a concise population overview of Kathua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,075 | 2,677 | 2,398 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,134 | 594 | 540 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,375 | 720 | 655 |
Literate Population | 1,942 | 1,192 | 750 |
Illiterate Population | 3,133 | 1,485 | 1,648 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kathua village:
- The total population of Kathua village is around 5,075, including approximately 2,677 males and 2,398 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,134 children aged 0–6 years in Kathua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kathua village has 43 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,375 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kathua village is about 38.27%, with male literacy at 44.53% and female literacy at 31.28%.
- There are around 940 households in Kathua village.
Connectivity of Kathua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kathua. As per the 2011 stats, Kathua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kathua
Knowing the nearby villages of Kathua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kathua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kathua
- Where is Kathua located?
- Kathua village is situated in Purnia East Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kathua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kathua is Rajiganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kathua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathua is 5,075, with 2,677 males and 2,398 females.
- How many households are there in Kathua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kathua village has a total of 940 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kathua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathua is 38.27%. The male literacy rate is 44.53%, while the female literacy rate is 31.28%.