Kathwan
Kathwan is a village located in Poreyahat subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Poreyahat (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Godda. As per 2009 stats, Nawdiha is the gram panchayat of Kathwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kathwan unique in its vibrant Poreyahat-Godda region. You’ll see Kathwan’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 Kathwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathwan is 357459. The village spans a total geographical area of 693.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814153. Poreyahat is nearest town to Kathwan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kathwan
Population of Kathwan
According to the 2011 Census, Kathwan has a total population of about 2,823, with approximately 1,447 males and 1,376 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 503 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 265 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 687. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.01%, with male literacy at about 58.74% and female literacy near 34.67%. There are around 556 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kathwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,823 | 1,447 | 1,376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 252 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 126 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 687 | 342 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 1,327 | 850 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,496 | 597 | 899 |
Connectivity of Kathwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kathwan. As per the 2011 stats, Kathwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kathwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kathwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kathwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kathwan
- Where is Kathwan located?
- Kathwan village is situated in Poreyahat Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kathwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kathwan is Nawdiha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kathwan?
- The pincode of Kathwan is 814153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kathwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathwan is 2,823, with 1,447 males and 1,376 females.
- How many households are there in Kathwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kathwan village has a total of 556 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kathwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathwan is 47.01%. The male literacy rate is 58.74%, while the female literacy rate is 34.67%.