Kathua - Nandapur, Koraput
Kathua is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Padua and around 80 km from Koraput. Panthulung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathua is 429729. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 764041 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kathua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathua
As per Census 2011, Kathua village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 173 males and 178 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 301 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 173 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 148 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 92 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 81 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Kathua
Kathua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hataguda | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Damanga | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Guntaput | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Podeising | East | 3.02 km |
| Enuguguda | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Kudubu | North | 3.08 km |
| Pamolput | West | 3.97 km |
| Tamding | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Goluru | East | 4.20 km |
| Tansing | North | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kathua
Public transport in the Kathua is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padua, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Kathua is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kathua is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathua
Where is Kathua located?
Kathua village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathua?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathua is Panthulung.
What is the pincode of Kathua?
The pincode of Kathua is 764041.
What is the population of Kathua?
Kathua has a total population of 351, including 173 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Kathua?
There are 93 households in Kathua.
What is the literacy rate in Kathua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathua is 37.04%. Male literacy is 53.18% and female literacy is 21.35%.