Kathazhai
Kathazhai is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Kathazhai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kathazhai unique in its vibrant Chidambaram-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Kathazhai’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 Kathazhai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathazhai is 636739. The village spans a total geographical area of 542.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606103. Sethiathoppu is nearest town to Kathazhai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kathazhai
Population of Kathazhai
According to the 2011 Census, Kathazhai has a total population of about 1,859, with approximately 946 males and 913 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 210 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 211 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 68.59%, with male literacy at about 77.06% and female literacy near 59.80%. There are around 514 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kathazhai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,859 | 946 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 111 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 105 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,275 | 729 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 217 | 367 |
Connectivity of Kathazhai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kathazhai. As per the 2011 stats, Kathazhai 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kathazhai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kathazhai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kathazhai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kathazhai
- Where is Kathazhai located?
- Kathazhai village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kathazhai?
- Kathazhai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kathazhai?
- The pincode of Kathazhai is 606103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kathazhai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathazhai is 1,859, with 946 males and 913 females.
- How many households are there in Kathazhai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kathazhai village has a total of 514 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kathazhai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathazhai is 68.59%. The male literacy rate is 77.06%, while the female literacy rate is 59.80%.