Kathiun - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Kathiun is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Balhseena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathiun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathiun is 019284. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.75 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Talai is the nearest town.
Kathiun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathiun
According to the 2011 Census, Kathiun village had a total population of 564 people, including 288 males and 276 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.84%, with male literacy at 90.67% and female literacy at 84.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 226.
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 | 564 | 288 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 111 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 243 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 45 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Kathiun
Kathiun 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 Kathiun
Kathiun 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 Kathiun is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathiun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathiun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kathiun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathiun 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathiun
Where is Kathiun located?
Kathiun village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kathiun?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathiun is Balhseena.
What is the pincode of Kathiun?
The pincode of Kathiun is 174029.
What is the population of Kathiun?
Kathiun had a total population of 564, including 288 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Kathiun?
Kathiun had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathiun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathiun was 87.84%. Male literacy was 90.67% and female literacy was 84.80%.