Katherwa

Katherwa is a village located in Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Chunar (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Katherwa village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Katherwa unique in its vibrant Chunar-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Katherwa’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 Katherwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katherwa is 212384. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.61 hectares. Varanasi is nearest town to Katherwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Katherwa

According to the 2011 Census, Katherwa has a total population of about 985, with approximately 503 males and 482 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.17%, with male literacy at about 74.75% and female literacy near 67.43%. There are around 166 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katherwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 985 503 482
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 127 72 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 96 51 45
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 3 1
Literate Population 701 376 325
Illiterate Population 284 127 157

Connectivity of Katherwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katherwa. As per the 2011 stats, Katherwa 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Katherwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Katherwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katherwa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Katherwa

Where is Katherwa located?
Katherwa village is situated in Chunar Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katherwa?
Katherwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Katherwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katherwa is 985, with 503 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Katherwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katherwa village has a total of 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katherwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katherwa is 71.17%. The male literacy rate is 74.75%, while the female literacy rate is 67.43%.