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
As per Census 2011, Kathi village has a total population of 1,403 people, consisting of 732 males and 671 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 968 literate and 435 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 732 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 89 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 205 | 178 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,403, including 732 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Kathi?
There are 293 households in Kathi.
What is the literacy rate in Kathi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathi is 69.00%. Male literacy is 78.42% and female literacy is 58.72%.