Kathautia - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Kathautia is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Medninagar. Bisunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathautia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathautia is 365572. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Kathautia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kathautia
As per Census 2011, Kathautia village has a total population of 1,119 people, consisting of 581 males and 538 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 570 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathautia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,119 | 581 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 99 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 177 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 362 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 219 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Kathautia
Kathautia 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 Kathautia
Public transport in the Kathautia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medninagar to Kathautia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathautia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathautia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kathautia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathautia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathautia
Where is Kathautia located?
Kathautia village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathautia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathautia is Bisunpur.
What is the pincode of Kathautia?
The pincode of Kathautia is 822113.
What is the population of Kathautia?
Kathautia has a total population of 1,119, including 581 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Kathautia?
There are 179 households in Kathautia.
What is the literacy rate in Kathautia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathautia is 50.94%. Male literacy is 62.31% and female literacy is 38.66%.