Kathava - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Kathava is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kathava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathava is 516588. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.8 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kathava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathava
According to the 2011 Census, Kathava village had a total population of 2,972 people, including 1,498 males and 1,474 females, living in 480 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.26%, with male literacy at 83.92% and female literacy at 64.50%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,972 | 1,498 | 1,474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 254 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,838 | 1,044 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,134 | 454 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Kathava
Kathava 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 Kathava
Public transport in the Kathava is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Alang to Kathava is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kathava is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathava 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kathava
Where is Kathava located?
Kathava village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kathava?
Kathava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kathava?
The pincode of Kathava is 364150.
What is the population of Kathava?
Kathava had a total population of 2,972, including 1,498 males and 1,474 females.
How many households are there in Kathava?
Kathava had 480 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathava was 74.26%. Male literacy was 83.92% and female literacy was 64.50%.