Kathachi - Nihri, Mandi
Kathachi is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Marhda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathachi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathachi is 015670. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Kathachi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathachi
According to the 2011 Census, Kathachi village had a total population of 435 people, including 233 males and 202 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.61%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 435 | 233 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 171 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 62 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Kathachi
Kathachi 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 Kathachi
Public transport in the Kathachi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Kathachi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathachi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathachi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathachi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathachi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kathachi
Where is Kathachi located?
Kathachi village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathachi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathachi is Marhda.
What is the pincode of Kathachi?
The pincode of Kathachi is 175038.
What is the population of Kathachi?
Kathachi had a total population of 435, including 233 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Kathachi?
Kathachi had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathachi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathachi was 76.61%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 65.52%.