Kathajor
Kathajor is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Shikaripara (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Kushpahari is the gram panchayat of Kathajor village.
Here you can discover what makes Kathajor unique in its vibrant Shikaripara-Dumka region. You’ll see Kathajor’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 Kathajor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathajor is 370851. The village spans a total geographical area of 193 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816118. Dumka is nearest town to Kathajor village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kathajor
Population of Kathajor
According to the 2011 Census, Kathajor has a total population of about 388, with approximately 190 males and 198 females. The sex ratio is around 1042 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 386. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.62%, with male literacy at about 50.53% and female literacy near 40.91%. There are around 88 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kathajor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 388 | 190 | 198 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 189 | 197 |
Literate Population | 177 | 96 | 81 |
Illiterate Population | 211 | 94 | 117 |
Connectivity of Kathajor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kathajor. As per the 2011 stats, Kathajor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kathajor
Knowing the nearby villages of Kathajor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kathajor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kathajor
- Where is Kathajor located?
- Kathajor village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kathajor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kathajor is Kushpahari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kathajor?
- The pincode of Kathajor is 816118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kathajor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathajor is 388, with 190 males and 198 females.
- How many households are there in Kathajor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kathajor village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kathajor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathajor is 45.62%. The male literacy rate is 50.53%, while the female literacy rate is 40.91%.