Kathoor - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Kathoor is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from Narendra Nagar and around 45 km from New Tehri. Kathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathoor is 044374. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.04 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kathoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathoor
As per Census 2011, Kathoor village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 124 males and 184 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,483 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 129 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 124 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 91 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 33 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Kathoor
Kathoor 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 Kathoor
Kathoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Kathoor is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kathoor is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathoor 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kathoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathoor 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 Kathoor
Where is Kathoor located?
Kathoor village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathoor is Kathur.
What is the pincode of Kathoor?
The pincode of Kathoor is 249146.
What is the population of Kathoor?
Kathoor has a total population of 308, including 124 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Kathoor?
There are 82 households in Kathoor.
What is the literacy rate in Kathoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathoor is 58.12%. Male literacy is 73.39% and female literacy is 47.83%.