Kathwar - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Kathwar is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kathwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathwar is 023393. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.53 hectares and falls under the 173021 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Kathwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathwar
As per Census 2011, Kathwar village has a total population of 481 people, consisting of 254 males and 227 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 254 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 162 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 92 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Kathwar
Kathwar 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 Kathwar
Kathwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Kathwar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kathwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathwar
Where is Kathwar located?
Kathwar village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathwar?
Kathwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kathwar?
The pincode of Kathwar is 173021.
What is the population of Kathwar?
Kathwar has a total population of 481, including 254 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Kathwar?
There are 78 households in Kathwar.
What is the literacy rate in Kathwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathwar is 55.09%. Male literacy is 63.78% and female literacy is 45.37%.