Kathela - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Kathela is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Lansdowne and around 101 km from Pauri. Naugaon Talla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathela is 047341. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.99 hectares and falls under the 246193 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kathela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathela
According to the 2011 Census, Kathela village had a total population of 74 people, including 34 males and 40 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,176 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.06%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 37.84%.
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 | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 11 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Kathela
Kathela 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 Kathela
Public transport in the Kathela is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kathela.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Kathela is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kathela is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kathela
Where is Kathela located?
Kathela village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathela?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathela is Naugaon Talla.
What is the pincode of Kathela?
The pincode of Kathela is 246193.
What is the population of Kathela?
Kathela had a total population of 74, including 34 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Kathela?
Kathela had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathela was 56.06%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 37.84%.