Kathon - Vijaypur, Sheopur
Kathon is a village situated in the Vijaypur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaypur and around 159 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Kathon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathon is 451464. The village covers a total geographical area of 958 hectares and falls under the 476332 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kathon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kathon
As per Census 2011, Kathon village has a total population of 3,035 people, consisting of 1,619 males and 1,416 females. The village has 690 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,401 literate and 1,634 illiterate residents. Additionally, 687 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,035 | 1,619 | 1,416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 237 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 687 | 384 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,401 | 884 | 517 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,634 | 735 | 899 |
Nearby Villages of Kathon
Kathon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Iklaud | West | 2.93 km |
| Beharda | South | 3.78 km |
| Raiyan | East | 4.07 km |
| Badhwani | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Gobar | South-West | 6.33 km |
| Kooda | South-East | 7.54 km |
| Dulhawala | West | 7.68 km |
| Deopura | East | 7.76 km |
| Bahbalpur | East | 7.79 km |
| Kemai | East | 7.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kathon
Kathon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parakheda, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaypur to Kathon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Kathon is about 159 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kathon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathon
Where is Kathon located?
Kathon village is located in Vijaypur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathon?
Kathon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kathon?
The pincode of Kathon is 476332.
What is the population of Kathon?
Kathon has a total population of 3,035, including 1,619 males and 1,416 females.
How many households are there in Kathon?
There are 690 households in Kathon.
What is the literacy rate in Kathon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathon is 46.16%. Male literacy is 54.60% and female literacy is 36.51%.