Kathia
About Kathia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kathia village is 316082. Kathia village is located in Murarai Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.7km away from sub-district headquarter Paikar (tehsildar office) and 86.4km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Nandigram is the gram panchayat of Kathia village.
The total geographical area of village is 679.08 hectares. Kathia has a total population of 8,465 peoples, out of which male population is 4,298 while female population is 4,167. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 969 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kathia village is 51.96% out of which 53.70% males and 50.16% females are literate. There are about 2,134 houses in kathia village. Pincode of kathia village locality is 731219.
When it comes to administration, Kathia village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kathia village comes under Murarai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Jangipur is nearest town to kathia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kathia
The population details of Kathia cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,465 | 4,298 | 4,167 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,218 | 615 | 603 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 696 | 358 | 338 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 4,398 | 2,308 | 2,090 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,067 | 1,990 | 2,077 |
Connectivity of Kathia
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kathia
Where is Kathia located?
Kathia village is situated in Murarai Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathia is Nandigram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kathia?
The pincode of Kathia is 731219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kathia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathia is 8,465, with 4,298 males and 4,167 females.
How many households are there in Kathia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kathia village has a total of 2,134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathia is 51.96%. The male literacy rate is 53.70%, while the female literacy rate is 50.16%.