Kathpur - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Kathpur is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Makari Markand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathpur is 019776. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 174033 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Kathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathpur
As per Census 2011, Kathpur village has a total population of 264 people, consisting of 135 males and 129 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 264 | 135 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 105 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 30 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Kathpur
Kathpur 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 Kathpur
Kathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Kathpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kathpur
Where is Kathpur located?
Kathpur village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathpur is Makari Markand.
What is the pincode of Kathpur?
The pincode of Kathpur is 174033.
What is the population of Kathpur?
Kathpur has a total population of 264, including 135 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Kathpur?
There are 57 households in Kathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathpur is 67.80%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 57.36%.