Kathwar

Kathwar is a village located in Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 95km away from district headquarter Kamrau. Kamrau is the sub-district headquarter of Kathwar village. As per 2009 stats, Kathwar village is also a gram panchayat.

Kathwar has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kathwar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathwar is 023393. The village spans a total geographical area of 545.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173022. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Kathwar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kathwar 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 Shillai 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 Kathwar

Below is a concise population overview of Kathwar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 481 254 227
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 41 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 115 60 55
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 265 162 103
Illiterate Population 216 92 124

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kathwar village:

  • The total population of Kathwar village is around 481, including approximately 254 males and 227 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Kathwar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kathwar village has 115 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kathwar village is about 55.09%, with male literacy at 63.78% and female literacy at 45.37%.
  • There are around 78 households in Kathwar village.

Connectivity of Kathwar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Kathwar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kathwar

Where is Kathwar located?
Kathwar village is situated in Kamrau Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathwar?
Kathwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kathwar?
The pincode of Kathwar is 173022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kathwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathwar is 481, with 254 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Kathwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kathwar village has a total of 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathwar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathwar is 55.09%. The male literacy rate is 63.78%, while the female literacy rate is 45.37%.