Kathar - Kotar, Satna
Kathar is a village situated in the Kotar tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotar and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Chood Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathar is 464159. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.25 hectares and falls under the 485227 pincode. Kotar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kathar
According to the 2011 Census, Kathar village had a total population of 167 people, including 84 males and 83 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.94%, with male literacy at 85.33% and female literacy at 61.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 27 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 64 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 20 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Kathar
Kathar 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 Kathar
Public transport in the Kathar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kotar to Kathar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Kathar is about 36 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 Kathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathar 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 Kathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathar
Where is Kathar located?
Kathar village is located in Kotar Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathar is Chood Khurd.
What is the pincode of Kathar?
The pincode of Kathar is 485227.
What is the population of Kathar?
Kathar had a total population of 167, including 84 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Kathar?
Kathar had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathar was 73.94%. Male literacy was 85.33% and female literacy was 61.19%.