Kathud - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Kathud is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from Kotdwara and around 170 km from Pauri. Syalna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathud is 048296. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.09 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kathud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotdwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathud
As per Census 2011, Kathud village has a total population of 57 people, consisting of 21 males and 36 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,714 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 13 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57 | 21 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 7 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | - | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Kathud
Kathud 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 Kathud
Kathud is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotdwara to Kathud is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kathud is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathud 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathud
Where is Kathud located?
Kathud village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathud?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathud is Syalna.
What is the pincode of Kathud?
The pincode of Kathud is 246144.
What is the population of Kathud?
Kathud has a total population of 57, including 21 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Kathud?
There are 12 households in Kathud.
What is the literacy rate in Kathud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathud is 77.19%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 63.89%.