Kathiana

Kathiana is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kathiana village. As per 2009 stats, Okhru is the gram panchayat of Kathiana village.

Here you can discover what makes Kathiana unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Kathiana’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 Kathiana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathiana is 024226. The village spans a total geographical area of 35.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171103. Arki is nearest town to Kathiana village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kathiana 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 Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kathiana

According to the 2011 Census, Kathiana has a total population of about 53, with approximately 23 males and 30 females. The sex ratio is around 1304 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 7 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.92%, with male literacy at about 78.26% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 12 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kathiana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 53 23 30
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 7 2 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 36 18 18
Illiterate Population 17 5 12

Connectivity of Kathiana

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kathiana

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kathiana

Where is Kathiana located?
Kathiana village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathiana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathiana is Okhru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kathiana?
The pincode of Kathiana is 171103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kathiana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathiana is 53, with 23 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Kathiana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kathiana village has a total of 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathiana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathiana is 67.92%. The male literacy rate is 78.26%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.