Kathana
Kathana is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Kathana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kathana unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Kathana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kathana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathana is 030783. The village spans a total geographical area of 138 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144205. Dasua is nearest town to Kathana village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kathana
Population of Kathana
According to the 2011 Census, Kathana has a total population of about 579, with approximately 297 males and 282 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 321 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.74%, with male literacy at about 70.71% and female literacy near 66.67%. There are around 115 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kathana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 297 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 168 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 398 | 210 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 87 | 94 |
Connectivity of Kathana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kathana. As per the 2011 stats, Kathana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kathana
Knowing the nearby villages of Kathana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kathana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kathana
- Where is Kathana located?
- Kathana village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kathana?
- Kathana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kathana?
- The pincode of Kathana is 144205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kathana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathana is 579, with 297 males and 282 females.
- How many households are there in Kathana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kathana village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kathana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathana is 68.74%. The male literacy rate is 70.71%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.