Kathgarh
Kathgarh is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Kathgarh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kathgarh unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Kathgarh’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 Kathgarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathgarh is 032421. The village spans a total geographical area of 484 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144522. Balachaur is nearest town to Kathgarh village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kathgarh
Population of Kathgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Kathgarh has a total population of about 2,372, with approximately 1,269 males and 1,103 females. The sex ratio is around 869 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 293 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 720 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 72.47%, with male literacy at about 76.83% and female literacy near 67.45%. There are around 521 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kathgarh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,372 | 1,269 | 1,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 159 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 720 | 378 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,719 | 975 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 294 | 359 |
Connectivity of Kathgarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kathgarh. As per the 2011 stats, Kathgarh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kathgarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Kathgarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kathgarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kathgarh
- Where is Kathgarh located?
- Kathgarh village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kathgarh?
- Kathgarh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kathgarh?
- The pincode of Kathgarh is 144522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kathgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathgarh is 2,372, with 1,269 males and 1,103 females.
- How many households are there in Kathgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kathgarh village has a total of 521 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kathgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathgarh is 72.47%. The male literacy rate is 76.83%, while the female literacy rate is 67.45%.