Kathi - Sami, Patan
Kathi is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Kathi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathi is 509021. The village covers a total geographical area of 1447.71 hectares and falls under the 384240 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kathi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathi
According to the 2011 Census, Kathi village had a total population of 1,403 people, including 732 males and 671 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.89%, with male literacy at 89.27% and female literacy at 67.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 383.
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 | 1,403 | 732 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 89 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 205 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 574 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 158 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Kathi
Kathi 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 Kathi
Public transport in the Kathi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Harij to Kathi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Kathi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathi
Where is Kathi located?
Kathi village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathi?
Kathi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kathi?
The pincode of Kathi is 384240.
What is the population of Kathi?
Kathi had a total population of 1,403, including 732 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Kathi?
Kathi had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathi was 78.89%. Male literacy was 89.27% and female literacy was 67.47%.