Kathani - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Kathani is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from Bageshwar and around 34 km from Bageshwar. Bohala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathani is 051228. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.14 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kathani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathani
According to the 2011 Census, Kathani village had a total population of 143 people, including 69 males and 74 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.34%, with male literacy at 98.18% and female literacy at 63.64%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 69 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 15 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Kathani
Kathani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kathani
Kathani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Kathani is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kathani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathani
Where is Kathani located?
Kathani village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kathani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathani is Bohala.
What is the pincode of Kathani?
The pincode of Kathani is 263628.
What is the population of Kathani?
Kathani had a total population of 143, including 69 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Kathani?
Kathani had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathani was 79.34%. Male literacy was 98.18% and female literacy was 63.64%.