Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) - Batala, Gurdaspur
Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Kathana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) is 028508. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 143505 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathana (From Distt.Hsp)
According to the 2011 Census, Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) village had a total population of 296 people, including 157 males and 139 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.49%, with male literacy at 56.25% and female literacy at 45.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 224.
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 | 296 | 157 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 120 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 72 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 85 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Kathana (From Distt.Hsp)
Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) 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 (From Distt.Hsp)
Public transport in the Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gurdaspur to Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathana (From Distt.Hsp)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) 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 Kathana (From Distt.Hsp)
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 (From Distt.Hsp) 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 Kathana (From Distt.Hsp)
Where is Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) located?
Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathana (From Distt.Hsp)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) is Kathana.
What is the pincode of Kathana (From Distt.Hsp)?
The pincode of Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) is 143505.
What is the population of Kathana (From Distt.Hsp)?
Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) had a total population of 296, including 157 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Kathana (From Distt.Hsp)?
Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathana (From Distt.Hsp)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathana (From Distt.Hsp) was 51.49%. Male literacy was 56.25% and female literacy was 45.79%.