Kathana - Sirmour, Rewa
Kathana is a village situated in the Sirmour tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirmour and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Hardi Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathana is 465537. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.25 hectares and falls under the 486441 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kathana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangawan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rewa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathana
According to the 2011 Census, Kathana village had a total population of 295 people, including 157 males and 138 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.62%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 59.68%.
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 | 295 | 157 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 120 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 37 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Kathana
Kathana 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 Kathana
Kathana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Baikunthpur to Kathana is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Kathana is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kathana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kathana
Where is Kathana located?
Kathana village is located in Sirmour Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kathana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathana is Hardi Khurd.
What is the pincode of Kathana?
The pincode of Kathana is 486441.
What is the population of Kathana?
Kathana had a total population of 295, including 157 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Kathana?
Kathana had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathana was 74.62%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 59.68%.