Kathan
Kathan is a village located in Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mehnagar (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Azamgarh. As per 2009 stats, Katahan is the gram panchayat of Kathan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kathan unique in its vibrant Mehnagar-Azamgarh region. You’ll see Kathan’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 Kathan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathan is 195875. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 276126. Azamgarh is nearest town to Kathan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Kathan
Population of Kathan
According to the 2011 Census, Kathan has a total population of about 1,186, with approximately 609 males and 577 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 470 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 66.69%, with male literacy at about 76.85% and female literacy near 55.98%. There are around 177 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kathan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,186 | 609 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 76 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 229 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 791 | 468 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 141 | 254 |
Connectivity of Kathan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kathan. As per the 2011 stats, Kathan 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 Kathan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kathan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kathan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kathan
- Where is Kathan located?
- Kathan village is situated in Mehnagar Tehsil, within the Azamgarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kathan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kathan is Katahan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kathan?
- The pincode of Kathan is 276126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kathan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathan is 1,186, with 609 males and 577 females.
- How many households are there in Kathan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kathan village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kathan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathan is 66.69%. The male literacy rate is 76.85%, while the female literacy rate is 55.98%.