Kathora - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kathora is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bhoinda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathora is 477088. The village covers a total geographical area of 549.03 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kathora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathora
According to the 2011 Census, Kathora village had a total population of 1,072 people, including 558 males and 514 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.70%, with male literacy at 70.80% and female literacy at 53.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,072 | 558 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 30 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 337 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 221 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Kathora
Kathora 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 Kathora
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kathora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Kathora is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kathora is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kathora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kathora
Where is Kathora located?
Kathora village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kathora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathora is Bhoinda.
What is the pincode of Kathora?
The pincode of Kathora is 451228.
What is the population of Kathora?
Kathora had a total population of 1,072, including 558 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Kathora?
Kathora had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathora was 62.70%. Male literacy was 70.80% and female literacy was 53.97%.