Kathar
About Kathar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kathar village is 006262. Kathar village is located in Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnah (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kathar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 244 hectares. Kathar has a total population of 1,736 peoples, out of which male population is 875 while female population is 861. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 984 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kathar village is 71.54% out of which 77.49% males and 65.51% females are literate. There are about 360 houses in kathar village. Pincode of kathar village locality is 181131.
When it comes to administration, Kathar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kathar village comes under Bishnah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jammu Lok Sabha constituency. Arnia is nearest town to kathar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kathar
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,736 | 875 | 861 |
| Literate Population | 1,242 | 678 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 197 | 297 |
Connectivity of Kathar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kathar
Frequently Asked Questions about Kathar
Where is Kathar located?
Kathar village is situated in Bishnah Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathar?
Kathar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kathar?
The pincode of Kathar is 181131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kathar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathar is 1,736, with 875 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Kathar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kathar village has a total of 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathar is 71.54%. The male literacy rate is 77.49%, while the female literacy rate is 65.51%.