Kaithan

Kaithan is a village located in Katwa I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.1km away from sub-district headquarter Katwa . Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Kaithan village. As per 2009 stats, Gidhagram is the gram panchayat of Kaithan village.

Kaithan has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kaithan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaithan is 319331. The village spans a total geographical area of 561.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713143. Katwa is nearest town to Kaithan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kaithan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mangalkot Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bolpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kaithan

Below is a concise population overview of Kaithan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,101 3,682 3,419
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 995 512 483
Scheduled Castes (SC) 922 477 445
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 4,011 2,191 1,820
Illiterate Population 3,090 1,491 1,599

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kaithan village:

  • The total population of Kaithan village is around 7,101, including approximately 3,682 males and 3,419 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 995 children aged 0–6 years in Kaithan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kaithan village has 922 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kaithan village is about 56.49%, with male literacy at 59.51% and female literacy at 53.23%.
  • There are around 1,442 households in Kaithan village.

Connectivity of Kaithan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaithan. As per the 2011 stats, Kaithan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kaithan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kaithan

Where is Kaithan located?
Kaithan village is situated in Katwa I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaithan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaithan is Gidhagram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kaithan?
The pincode of Kaithan is 713143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kaithan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaithan is 7,101, with 3,682 males and 3,419 females.
How many households are there in Kaithan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kaithan village has a total of 1,442 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaithan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaithan is 56.49%. The male literacy rate is 59.51%, while the female literacy rate is 53.23%.