Kathiri - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Kathiri is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Birgadhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathiri is 480243. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.53 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kathiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathiri
According to the 2011 Census, Kathiri village had a total population of 447 people, including 235 males and 212 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.92%, with male literacy at 83.81% and female literacy at 54.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 447 | 235 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 176 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 59 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Kathiri
Kathiri 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 Kathiri
Kathiri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Kathiri is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Kathiri is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kathiri
Where is Kathiri located?
Kathiri village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kathiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathiri is Birgadhi.
What is the pincode of Kathiri?
The pincode of Kathiri is 465669.
What is the population of Kathiri?
Kathiri had a total population of 447, including 235 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Kathiri?
Kathiri had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathiri was 69.92%. Male literacy was 83.81% and female literacy was 54.50%.