Kathana - Nahan, Sirmaur
Kathana is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Devka Pudla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathana is 023146. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.93 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Kathana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathana
According to the 2011 Census, Kathana village had a total population of 167 people, including 89 males and 78 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.07%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 78.26%.
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 | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 74 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 15 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Kathana
Kathana 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 Kathana
Public transport in the Kathana is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Kathana is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kathana
Where is Kathana located?
Kathana village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathana is Devka Pudla.
What is the pincode of Kathana?
The pincode of Kathana is 173001.
What is the population of Kathana?
Kathana had a total population of 167, including 89 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Kathana?
Kathana had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathana was 87.07%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 78.26%.