Kaithan
Kaithan is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Jamakhedi is the gram panchayat of Kaithan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kaithan unique in its vibrant Chanderi-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Kaithan’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 Kaithan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaithan is 500317. The village spans a total geographical area of 420.62 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Kaithan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kaithan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kaithan
Population of Kaithan
According to the 2011 Census, Kaithan has a total population of about 1,040, with approximately 537 males and 503 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 184 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 148. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.77%, with male literacy at about 56.98% and female literacy near 33.80%. There are around 223 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaithan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,040 | 537 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 90 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 86 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 306 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 231 | 333 |
Connectivity of Kaithan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaithan. As per the 2011 stats, Kaithan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Kaithan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaithan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaithan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaithan
- Where is Kaithan located?
- Kaithan village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaithan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kaithan is Jamakhedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kaithan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaithan is 1,040, with 537 males and 503 females.
- How many households are there in Kaithan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaithan village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaithan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaithan is 45.77%. The male literacy rate is 56.98%, while the female literacy rate is 33.80%.