Kathet

Kathet is a village located in Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 107km away from district headquarter Sihunta. Sihunta is the sub-district headquarter of Kathet village. As per 2009 stats, Kathet village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Kathet unique in its vibrant Sihunta-Chamba region. You’ll see Kathet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Kathet

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathet is 007612. The village spans a total geographical area of 450 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176207. Chuari Khas is nearest town to Kathet village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kathet village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Kathet

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Population of Kathet

According to the 2011 Census, Kathet has a total population of about 783, with approximately 400 males and 383 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 43 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.20%, with male literacy at about 68.50% and female literacy near 55.61%. There are around 176 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kathet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 783 400 383
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 90 48 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 43 22 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 12 5 7
Literate Population 487 274 213
Illiterate Population 296 126 170

Connectivity of Kathet

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kathet. As per the 2011 stats, Kathet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kathet

Knowing the nearby villages of Kathet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kathet.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kathet

Where is Kathet located?
Kathet village is situated in Sihunta Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathet?
Kathet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kathet?
The pincode of Kathet is 176207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kathet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathet is 783, with 400 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Kathet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kathet village has a total of 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathet as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathet is 62.20%. The male literacy rate is 68.50%, while the female literacy rate is 55.61%.