Kathalia
Kathalia is a Town and Subdivision in West Tripura District of Tripura. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Kathalia Block (CD) is 01937. The total area of Kathalia Subdivision is 148 km². Kathalia has a sex ratio of approximately 969 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kathalia Subdivision
Kathalia Subdivision has a total of 18 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Kathalia Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bejimara | N/A | Sonamura (32 km) |
| 2 | Bhabanipur | N/A | Sonamura (30 km) |
| 3 | Birampur | N/A | Sonamura (16 km) |
| 4 | Birendranagar | N/A | Sonamura (25 km) |
| 5 | Dhanpur | N/A | Sonamura N.p (10 km) |
| 6 | Durlavpur | N/A | Sonamura (30 km) |
| 7 | Himmatpur | N/A | Sonamura (24 km) |
| 8 | Jagatrampur | N/A | Sonamura (28 km) |
| 9 | Kalapania | N/A | Sonamura (7 km) |
| 10 | Kalikrishnanagar | N/A | Sonamura (24 km) |
| 11 | Kathalia | N/A | Sonamura (20 km) |
| 12 | Maheshpur | N/A | Sonamura (20 km) |
| 13 | Manaipathar | N/A | Sonamura (25 km) |
| 14 | Manarchak | N/A | Sonamura (7 km) |
| 15 | Nidaya | N/A | Sonamura N.p (24 km) |
| 16 | Nirbhoypur | N/A | Sonamura (19 km) |
| 17 | Paharpur | N/A | Sonamura N.p (15 km) |
| 18 | Sobhapur | Jatrapur | Sonamura (7 km) |
Population of Kathalia Subdivision
The population profile of Kathalia Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Kathalia Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 62,489 | 62,489 | N/A |
| Male Population | 31,728 | 31,728 | N/A |
| Female Population | 30,761 | 30,761 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,312 | 8,312 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,229 | 4,229 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,083 | 4,083 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 42,055 | 42,055 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 22,993 | 22,993 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 19,062 | 19,062 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 20,434 | 20,434 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 8,735 | 8,735 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,699 | 11,699 | N/A |
| Total Households | 13,821 | 13,821 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 62,489 people. Includes nearly 31,728 males and 30,761 females. Rural population is about 62,489 people.
- There are around 8,312 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 4,229 boys and 4,083 girls.
- Literate population is about 42,055 people. Non-literate population is around 20,434 people.
- There are nearly 13,821 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kathalia Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 4,652 | 4,652 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 2,395 | 2,395 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 2,257 | 2,257 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 9,399 | 9,399 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 4,698 | 4,698 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 4,701 | 4,701 | N/A |
| Population Density | 423 / km² | 423 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kathalia Subdivision is approximately 4,652 people, including 2,395 males and 2,257 females. Around 4,652 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kathalia Subdivision is about 9,399 people, including 4,698 males and 4,701 females. Around 9,399 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 423 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 423 people per sq. km.